Author Question: A client returning to the floor after orthopedic surgery is complaining of nausea. The nurse is ... (Read 56 times)

Kikoku · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A client returning to the floor after orthopedic surgery is complaining of nausea. The nurse is aware that an appropriate intervention is to do which of the following?

A) Avoid strong smelling foods.
B) Provide clear liquids with a straw.
C) Avoid oral hygiene until the nausea subsides.
D) Hold all medications.

Question 2

The nurse is providing education to a client regarding pain control after surgery. What time does the nurse inform the client is the best time to request pain medication?

A) Before the pain becomes severe
B) When the client experiences a pain rating of 10 on a 1-to-10 pain scale
C) When there is no pain, but it is time for the medication to be administered
D) After the pain becomes severe and relaxation techniques have failed

reelove4eva · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Nursing care for a xlient with nausea includes avoiding strong smelling foods, providing oral hygiene, administering prescribed medications (especially medications ordered for nausea and vomiting), and avoiding use of a straw.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
If a pain medication is ordered p.r.n., the client should be instructed to ask for the medication before the pain becomes severe.