section one.

Question 1

Applying anti embolism stockings & encouraging frequent ambulation are ways to reduce the risk of PE&DVE?

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

How does malnutrition compromise wound healing?

Accepted Answer

It can increase the risk of infection

Question 3

What patient cues can help the nurse determine if actions to prevent airway obstruction worked?

Accepted Answer

Temp 97.8, breathing regular/unlabored, no cough

Question 4

The PACU RN is concerned with post op hemorrhage. Which clinical manifestation alters the rn to this problem?

Accepted Answer

Increase HR

Question 5

After post op teaching about pain management, which activity by patient shows effective teaching?

Accepted Answer

Doing something enjoyable such as relaxing and reading a book

Question 6

a breast reduction for neck pain is considered what kind of surgery?

Accepted Answer

Elective

Question 7

Talking to a patient to find out what is causing his anxiety is a way the RN can help decrease his nerves?

Accepted Answer

True

Question 8

What is the RN role in securing an informed consent for a surgical procedure?

Accepted Answer

Signing consent form as a witness

Question 9

A patient with preexisting heart condition should have what interventions post op in their plan of care?

Accepted Answer

Monitor ECG apical pulse and capillary refill

Questions 9