Postoperative care for a patient who has had a hysterectomy includes
A) monitoring catheter drainage.
B) changing sterile dressings.
C) checking for headache.
D) monitoring for numbness.
A
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What is the primary goal of using the Six Sigma process in the health-care setting?
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A nurse is unsure whether a cleaning agent that is in use at the hospital is toxic. What information source should the nurse prioritize when making this judgment?
A) Advice from the charge nurse or unit manager B) An online search about the cleaning agent C) Information from the individual who is using the cleaner D) The Safety Data Sheets (SDS) about the cleaner
Which of the following is the most important aspect for a student nurse to learn in relation to knowing the client?
a. Establishing a caring relationship b. Gathering assessment data c. Treating discomforts quickly d. Assuming emotional needs