A patient has returned from a vein ligation and stripping. Nursing care would include:
1. dangling the legs to prevent edema.
2. crossing the legs to apply pressure.
3. compression stockings to promote circulation.
4. removing the drain after 24 hours.
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Postoperative care of a patient with a vein ligation and stripping includes elevation of the extremity, compression stockings, anticoagulant therapy, and assessment of the circulation of the affected extremity.
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1. Heart rate 120. 2. Temperature 96.8?F. 3. Respiratory rate 50. 4. Temperature 99.6?F
Which nursing intervention would minimize a client's risk of developing lipodystrophies?
a. administering insulin intramuscularly c. using human insulin b. rotating sites of ad-ministration d. using insulin at room temperature
Which data should alert the nurse caring for an SGA infant that additional calories may be needed?
a. The latest hematocrit was 53%. b. The infant's weight gain is 40 g/day. c. The infant is taking 120 mL/kg every 24 hours. d. Three successive temperature measurements were 97°, 96°, and 97° F.
Which factor will most strongly influence the ability of the nurse to effect a change in the
documentation policy of a health care agency? A) Knowledge of the problem B) Involvement with decision makers C) Good interpersonal skills D) Innovative ideas