The nurse is caring for a patient after ambulatory surgery. Which oxygen saturation level should the nurse use as evidence that the patient is ready for discharge?
a. 70%
b. 80%
c. 85%
d. 90%
ANS: D
Oxygen saturation must be above 90% for discharge. A. B. C. These oxygen saturation levels do not meet the criteria to discharge from the ambulatory surgical center.
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A) give Mrs. Chen a chance to feel the cloths and towel that will be used. B) explain who she is and what she is going to do. C) clearly and loudly ask Mrs. Chen if she would like a wash. D) assess Mrs. Chen's orientation and cognition.
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However, healthcare workers are still held at a higher standard than lay persons. a. With this law in place, do you feel it offers more or less help for victims of accidents to have help by bystanders? b. Are those who stop to help in an emergent or accident situation still accountable for their actions or lack of actions?
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1. Hold the nursing assistant's arm. 2. Walk directly behind the client. 3. Speak directly in front of the client. 4. Hold the client's nondominant hand. 5. Stand on the client's nondominant side. 6. Rest hands on nursing assistant's shoulders.
When providing education for families of mentally ill patients, the nurse realizes that which of the following organizations places the most importance on this intervention?
a. The Managed Care Association b. National Alliance on Mental Illness c. American Psychiatric Nurses Association d. New Freedom Commission on Mental Health