Nurs 322 gomez - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

The nurse is educating a preoperative client about colostomy surgery. The colostomy surgery is categorized as what type of surgery? A. Cosmetic B. Curative C. Diagnostic D. Palliative - D. Palliative As the nurse obtains the informed consent, the client asks, "Now what exactly are they going to do to me?" What is the nurse's response? A. Contacts the anesthesiologist B. Contacts the surgeon C. Explains the procedure D. Has the client sign the form - B. Contacts the surgeon T...

The nurse is educating a preoperative client about colostomy surgery. The colostomy surgery is categorized as what type of surgery? A. Cosmetic B. Curative C. Diagnostic D. Palliative - D. Palliative As the nurse obtains the informed consent, the client asks, "Now what exactly are they going to do to me?" What is the nurse's response? A. Contacts the anesthesiologist B. Contacts the surgeon C. Explains the procedure D. Has the client sign the form - B. Contacts the surgeon The old...

The nurse notices yellowing at the corners of the sclera in the African-American client admitted for hepatitis. What does the nurse do next? A. Palpates the liver B. Checks the oral mucosa C. Examines the client's hair D. Monitors pulse oximetry - B. Checks the oral mucosa The nurse is instructing the client on skin and sun protection. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching? A. "My skin is better protected from the sun because I am dark skinned." ...

The nurse is developing a teaching plan for a client with lower extremity arterial disease (LEAD). Which directions will the nurse include in the teaching plan? Trimming toenails so that they are short and rounded Checking bathwater temperature by putting the toes in first Using alcohol to rub hands, feet, legs, and arms at least two times a day Seeking professional treatment for any minor injuries to the extremities - Seeking professional treatment for any minor injuries to the extremitie...

NURS 322 Gomez CSUSM ABSN Exam 3

Med Surg 1, NURS 322 Gomez Exam 1; Electrolytes and Fluid Balances, Infections, Immunity, Abgs

A nurse is caring for a client hospitalized for an open reduction of a fractured femur and application of a cast. The most important nursing action for the care of this client is to a) medicate the client for pain. b) use the palms of the hands when moving an extremity with a wet cast. c) perform neurovascular checks of the extremities. d) petal the edges of the cast to provide smooth edges. - c) perform neurovascular checks of the extremities. 1. A nurse in a cardiac care unit is caring...