Which of the following should be addressed after a surgical patient has achieved pain control?
a. Oral intake c. Bowel sounds
b. Activity status d. Resumption of oral medications
B
Once pain control is achieved, activity level should be addressed. There are complications associated with prolonged bed rest, so it is important for postoperative care personnel to assist the patient in achieving the ordered levels of activity.
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a. changes occur with normal aging that may impact performance b. older adults still engage in sexual intercourse c. changes in sexual preference in later life often pose conflicts d. a and b
A client is admitted to a medical-surgical unit with acidosis. During treatment, the client develops confusion, irritability, slow respiration rate, and vomiting. What does the nurse attribute these symptoms to?
1. Increased blood pressure 2. Overtreatment of acidosis 3. Worsening of acidosis 4. Expected response to treatment
When comparing the symptoms and subjective experiences of withdrawal, it is important to recognize that chronic abusers of opiates may go through protracted symptoms for up to:
a. 3 days b. 6 weeks c. 6 months d. 2 years
After the fourth dose of gentamicin sulfate (Garamycin) IV, the nurse plans to draw blood samples to determine peak and trough levels. When are the best times to draw these samples?
A) 15 minutes before and 15 minutes after the next dose. B) One hour before and one hour after the next dose. C) 5 minutes before and 30 minutes after the next dose. D) 30 minutes before and 30 minutes after the next dose.