A client with pheochromocytoma is scheduled for an adrenalectomy. Which of the following would the nurse perform preoperatively?
A) Begin administering prescribed corticosteroid.
B) Initiate intravenous access for fluid therapy.
C) Monitor blood pressure (BP) frequently.
D) Check for the signs of adrenal insufficiency.
C
Feedback:
The nurse should monitor BP frequently before surgery when a client has a pheochromocytoma. When bilateral adrenalectomy is scheduled, the nurse may start IV administration of a solution containing a corticosteroid preparation the morning of surgery. Some surgeons prefer to initiate corticosteroid administration during removal of the adrenals. The nurse monitors for signs of adrenal insufficiency after the surgery.
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