Nursing management of a postoperative patient who is experiencing prolonged vomiting includes
a. withholding all pain medication until the nausea has subsided.
b. removing the nasogastric tube.
c. inserting an oral airway.
d. increasing intravenous fluids.
D
Nursing management of a postoperative patient who is nauseated and vomiting includes increasing intravenous fluids.
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a. 2272. b. 2580. c. 2872. d. 3072.
When an organization has a positive culture, patient care is impacted in which of the following ways?
a. There is a decreased incidence of medication errors. b. There is an increased length of hospital stay. c. There is an increased incidence of nosocomial infections. d. There is a decrease in reported satisfaction by patients and families.
A heart rate less than 60 beats per minute is:
a. Bradycardia b. Tachycardia c. Hypotension d. Hypertension
What is an appropriate technique for the nurse to use to prevent aspiration when assisting a patient with meals?
a. Keep the patient's head back and straight. b. Offer thin-consistency foods. c. Provide large amounts of fluids. d. Have the patient sit up for 30 minutes after eating.