A client who underwent a cholecystectomy a few days ago begins to exhibit symptoms
of difficulty in breathing, sharp chest pain, cough, cyanosis, increased respirations and
heart rate, and severe anxiety.
What danger of prolonged bed rest following surgery is
most likely to be the cause of these symptoms?
A) Postoperative infection
B) Pulmonary embolism
C) Hypovolemic shock
D) Atelectasis
B
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The order is to administer carmustine daily for 2 days. If the client weighs 79 kg and has a height of 183 cm, what will the lowest daily dose be?
What will be an ideal response?
Patient education regarding the use of ciprofloxacin-hydrocortisone (Cipro HC otic) ear drops includes:
1. Fill the canal with the drops with each dose. 2. Some redness and itching around the ear canal is normal. 3. Warm the bottle of ear drops in his or her hand before administering. 4. Cipro HC otic may cause ototoxicity.
An overweight patient is diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). What teaching material should the nurse consider first for this patient?
A. Weight management B. Neurostimulator C. Positive airway pressure D. Oral device
After teaching a client who is recovering from pancreas transplantation, the nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which statement made by the client indicates a need for additional education?
a. "If I develop an infection, I should stop taking my corticosteroid." b. "If I have pain over the transplant site, I will call the surgeon immediately." c. "I should avoid people who are ill or who have an infection." d. "I should take my cyclosporine exactly the way I was taught."