The nurse is conducting preoperative assessments. Which client does the nurse teach about the possibility of developing a venous thromboembolism (VTE)?
a. Client with a latex allergy
b. Client with body mass index (BMI) of 19
c. Client with an international normalized ratio (INR) of 2.2
d. Client undergoing hip replacement surgery
D
The client will have limited mobility following hip replacement surgery, increasing the risk of postoperative venous thromboembolism (VTE). The other conditions will not increase the risk of VTE.
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A) Uncertainty in Illness Model B) Health Promotion Model C) Adaptation Model D) Self-Care Deficit Theory
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a. Drowsiness, confusion, and aphasia b. Nystagmus, ataxia, and gingival hyperplasia c. Dry mouth, blurred vision, and urinary retention d. Lightheadedness, dizziness, and nausea
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A) Gower sign B) Facial weakness C) Inability to whistle D) Inadequate use of respiratory muscles
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A) Health professional shortage area B) Medically underserved area C) Medically underserved population D) Undeserved population