The charge nurse is making shift assignments. Which post op client should be assigned to the most experienced nurse?
1. The 4 year old who had a tonsillectomy and is able to swallow fluids
2. The 74 year old with a repair of the left hip who is unable to ambulate
3. The 24 year old who had an uncomplicated appendectomy the previous day
4. The 80 year old client with small bowel obstruction and CHF
4. The 80 year old client with small bowel obstruction and CHF
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A) Beginning with an explanation of why the material is important B) Creating a learning situation that is self-directed and independent C) Using case scenarios and problem-solving exercises D) Applying content to real-life situations and actions
A client in early labor who was admitted to the labor suite received secobarbital
When assessing the client's newborn, which of the following findings would indicate that the newborn is experiencing an adverse effect of the drug given to the mother? A) Increased rigidity of the body B) Yellowing of the skin and sclera C) Hyperactivity and disorientation D) Decreased ability to suck
Immunity is a characteristic of the:
a. agent factor. b. host factor. c. environmental factor. d. epidemiologic triad.
Francisca, an anesthesiologist, is assisting with a surgical procedure. The drug she chooses should induce anesthesia quickly and allow the patient to recover quickly. Francisca decides to use methohexital. Which of the following statements, if true, supports Francisca's choice?
A. The patient is undergoing a cardiac procedure. B. The patient is undergoing neurosurgery. C. The patient is susceptible to postoperative nausea and vomiting. D. The patient is susceptible to laryngospasms.