The nurse is caring for a patient recovering from a stapedectomy. What is the priority nursing action to maintain safety?
a. Check for drainage.
b. Put the side rails up.
c. Test hearing capability.
d. Have patient cough and deep breathe.
ANS: B
Activity orders may vary after stapedectomy. The patient may be dizzy and a fall risk, so use of safety rails can protect the patient. A. C. D. These actions will not maintain the patient's safety.
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