A patient is wearing an abdominal binder after abdominal surgery. What does the nurse need to assess and document about the patient?
a. Neurological response
b. Respiratory status
c. Lymphatic status
d. Genitourinary response
B
Evaluate the patient's ability to ventilate properly, including deep breathing and coughing. An abdominal binder supports a large incision that is vulnerable to stress when a patient moves or coughs. Neurological, lymphatic, and genitourinary responses are not affected by the abdominal binder.
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a. cold weather may have adverse effects initially on her exercise regimen. b. exercising in Colorado will probably be too hard for her. c. muscle soreness will likely result when she exercises. d. plantar fasciitis or arch pain will likely develop when exercising.
To CONSENT means to give _________
(A) attention (B) permission (C) shelter (D) advice (E) support
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1. "Do nothing since this disorder does not require any follow-up." 2. "Decrease water intake to avoid dribbling." 3. "Void every 2 to 3 hours." 4. "Wear scrotal support."