After abdominal surgery - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

A nurse is caring for a client who had abdominal surgery 24 hours ago. Which of the following actions is the priority? A. Assess fluid intake every 24 hours B. Ambulate three times a day C. Assist with deep breathing and coughing D. Monitor the incision site for findings of infection - C The priority action the nurse should take when using the airway, breathing, circulation approach to client care is to assist the client with deep breathing and coughing, which reduces the risk for postopera...

Progressive Care RN A v1 Questions and Answers 100% Pass Which of the following medications is MOST commonly indicated for patients with CHF? Ace inhibitors A patient was involved in a motor vehicle accident and CAT scan results reveal a right sided SDH. What would be an expected neurological assessment finding in this patient? Dilated right pupil What is the most common symptom of SIADH? Fluid retention Upon arrival to the unit, you receive report on four PCU patients. Which patient should ...

NR302 Final Comprehensive Exam Questions and Answers 2024 Graded A. 1. While making rounds, the nurse finds a patient on the floor in the hall. Which should be the nurse's initial response? a. Inspect the patient for injury b. Transfer the patient back to bed c. Move the patient to the closest chair d. Report the patient's condition to the nurse manager - ANSWER>>a 2. Which should the nurse do to avoid patient accidents? a. Provide a cane for walking if the patient is weak b. De...

WEB WOC Ostomy Care 2023 TEST BANK WITH 400+ QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) | ALREADY GRADED A+ The patient who is NPO for several days is at risk for atrophy of which of the following structures in the mucosal surface of the small bowel? Select one: a. Ligament of Treitz. b. Villi. c. Ampulla of Vaster. d. Sphincter of Oddi. -ANSWER- b. Villi. A bowel prep preoperatively for ostomy surgery is routinely utilized to decrease bacteria in the bowel. The section of the bowel with t...

ATI OB DETAILED ANSWER KEY 1. A nurse is caring for a client who is at 36 weeks of gestation and who has a suspected placenta previa. Which of the following findings support this diagnosis? A. Painless red vaginal bleeding Rationale: Placenta previa is a condition of pregnancy when the placenta implants in the lower part of the uterus, partly or completely obstructing the cervical os (outlet to the vagina). Bright red, painless vaginal bleeding occurs in the second and third trimester. B. In...

ATI RN FUNDAMENTAL PROCTORED EXAM 2023/100% CORRECT/A+ GRADE 1. A nurse is caring for a patient who is scheduled for a colonoscopy and whose bowel preparation will include polyethylene glycol electrolyte lavage prior to the procedure. The presence of what health problem would contraindicate the use of this form of bowel preparation? A) Inflammatory bowel disease 2. A nurse is promoting increased protein intake to enhance a patients wound healing. The nurse knows that enzymes are essential...

ATI MED SURGE PROCTORED EXAM TESTBANK REAL (13 VERSIONS) (2023/2024), VERIFIED, 100 %CORRECT SOLUTIONS  A nurse notes a small section of bowel protruding from the abdominal incision of a client who is postoperative. After calling for assistance, which of the following actions should thenurse take first? 1) Cover the client's wound with a moist, sterile dressing. 2) Have the client lie supine with knees flexed. 3) Check the client's vital signs. 4) Inform the client about the need t...

ATI Pediatric Test Bank 2, latest 2023ATI NURSING : Complete answers PROCTORED a nurse is planning to care for a child who has severe diarrhea. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority? A. Introduce a regular diet B. Rehydrate C. Maintain fluid therapy D. Assess fluid balance (Assess first the other three are interventions, before you intervene you have to assess how much fluid imbalance. Check for lab results because it will tell you what kind of fluid is to be given an...

CMN568/ CMN 568 (Latest 2023/ 2024) Intro to Family NP Unit 6 Exam Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A Q: Where do the majority of ectopic pregnancies occur? Answer: fallopian tube Q: What are risk factors for ectopic pregnancy? Answer: Smoking, IUD use, assisted reproductive technology, PID, endometriosis, previous tubal surgery, DES exposure, previous ectopic Q: What are S/S of ectopic pregnancy? Answer: Pelvic/abdominal pain especially cerv...

NUR 1211 Medical Surgical Final Exam- Questions and Answers; International College of Health Sciences 2023/2024 1. A client with diabetes mellitus is experiencing polyphagia. Which outcome statement is the priority for this client? a. Fluid and electrolyte balance. b. Prevention of water toxicity. c. Reduced glucose in the urine. d. Adequate cellular nourishment. - ANSWER-D Rationale Diabetes mellitus Type 1 is characterized by hyperglycemia that precipitates glucosuria and poly...