Med Surg Proctored Exam 2021 2026/2027) (Complete and Verified) (7pages)

A nurse is assessing a Client who is 12hr postoperative following a Colon reseCtion.

WhiCh of the following findings should the nurse report to, the surgeon?

a. Heart rate 90/min

b. Absent bowel sounds

c. Hgb 8,2 g/dl

d. GastriC pH of 3,0

Rationale: Normal Hgb iS 13-18M g/dl, 12-16 g/dl, This may indicate a possible

hemorrhaging,

2. A nurse is Caring for a client who, has diabetes insipidus. Which of the

following medications should the nurse plan to administer?

a. a}Desmopressin

b} Regular insulin

b. c}Furosemide

c. d}Lithium Carbonate

Rationale: Diabetes Insipidus has decreased ADH. AdministerDesmopressin/Vasopressin

increase ADH and to Stop patient on urinating,