PNVN 1521 QUIZ #1: AH- CH 2, FOU- 14, 16, 22 / (ACTUAL
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
What is PACU post anesthesia care unit
Name the last step for immediate assessment when a patient enter the PACU system review
If the patient has an allergy to latex, what should the nurse do initially?apply a medical alert band
What is an eviscerated wound?when an organ/internal structure of the body is displaced or protruding through a wound/opening.
What would you do for an eviscerated wound Apply a warm, moist sterile dressing. Do not allow the organ/intestine to dry. 1 / 3
what does coffee ground emesis indicate?GI bleed
Patient has coffee ground emesis, what should we do?report immediately
Name the common fear associated with the patient stating "don't let anyone see me without my dentures" Loss of control
Preparing for the return of a surgical patient how should the bed and equipment be positioned?Highest position, with side rails down
What medication would cause surgery to be delayed if not discontinued several days before surgery?Anticoagulant agent; (e.g Heparin, Warfarin, Aspirin)
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when is the ideal time for preoperative teaching?1-2 days before surgery so anxiety is not so high
when suctioning a tracheostomy, suction may be applied for a maximum of ____ seconds at a time never longer 10
the good samaritan law will protect all people who offer assistance. what is necessary for this protection?The person acts prudently.
We have an expert-written solution to this problem!what will the nurse first assess in a emergency situation abnormal breathing
What are the normal vital signs
120/80 BP
60-90 BPM
12-16 Respiration's 98.6 Temperature
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