What is the most common and serious complication after a Whipple procedure?

a. DM
b. wound infection
c. Fistula development
d. bowel obstruction


Answer: c. Fistula development

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A) True B) False

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Pain associated with a dissecting thoracic aortic aneurysm is commonly described as:

A. Retrosternal crushing and squeezing B. Chest stabbing and sharp C. Ripping and tearing in the chest or thoracic back D. Worse with inspiration

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A patient admitted to the emergency department following chest trauma has tracheal deviation to the left. The nurse would prepare for which emergency medical intervention?

1. Open thoracotomy 2. Placement of a chest tube 3. Open excision of the pericardial sac 4. Immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation

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An occupational health nurse overhears an employee talking to his manager about a 65-year-old coworker. The nurse is concerned about ageism when she hears the employee state:

A) "He is a very active individual and enjoys playing tennis." B) "He should retire and make way for some new blood." C) "He should spend more time with his family." D) "He is a bad apple."

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