An adult patient with a fractured mandible has returned to the unit postoperatively. The patient's jaws are wired and will remain wired for the next 6 weeks. What should be kept at the patient's bedside for this patient?
A) Thermometer
B) Sterile gauze packing
C) Wire cutters
D) Ice water
Ans: C
Feedback: A patient who has his or her jaws wired shut is unable to open the mouth. Wire cutters must be kept at the bedside so that if the patient vomits, the nurse can cut the wires to prevent aspiration.
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