The nurse is aware that the 82-year-old patient returning from surgery will need special attention relative to:
a. combating thirst.
b. maintaining respiratory status.
c. stabilizing blood pressure.
d. maintaining core body temperature.
D
Thirst, respiratory status, and blood pressure are all important considerations when caring for the postsurgical patient; however, maintaining core body temperature is a major concern with the older adult postsurgical patient.
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1. Asks the woman to sign an operative consent form prior to the procedure. 2. Has the woman empty her bladder before the test begins. 3. Assists the woman into a supine position on the examining table. 4. Instructs the woman to eat a fat-free meal two hours before the scheduled test time.
The mechanism of dilation with percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) is
a. stretching of the vessel wall, resulting in fracture of the plaque. b. anticoagulation after the completion of the procedure, enhancing dilation. c. plaque removal after balloon inflation. d. compression of plaque against the vessel wall.
As the RN team leader, identify all potential disadvantages of using team nursing to deliver care to the assigned clients. Select all that apply
1. Delegation/accountability 2. Client/staff communication 3. Cost savings/staffing 4. Continuity of care
Which conditions may contribute to disability? Select all that apply
a. Violence b. Tobacco use c. Lack of access to health care d. Unsanitary living conditions