During a craniotomy - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

A client is receiving chemotherapy to treat breast cancer. Which assessment finding indicates a chemotherapy-induced complication? Urine output of 400 ml in 8 hours Serum potassium level of 2.6 mEq/L Blood pressure of 120/64 to 130/72 mm HgSodium level of 142 mEq/L, - Answer- Serum potassium level of 2.6 mEq/L A client receiving external radiation to the left thorax to treat lung cancer has a nursing diagnosis of Risk for impaired skin integrity. Which intervention should be part of this...

The plicae circulares, microvilli and villi: A. Produce bacteria B. Increase absorption area C. Secrete digestive enzymes D. Initiate peristalsis correct answers B. Increase absorption area The microvilli, villi, and the plicae circulares increase the surface area for absorption and digestion in the small intestine. Which of the following come as numbered sets frequently used in neurosurgical procedures? A. Lacrimal probes B. Hegar dilators C. Van Buren sounds D. Penfield ...

What is used to retract the spermatic cord during an inguinal herniorraphy? A. Skin hook B. Penrose drain C. Vessel loops D. Umbilical tapes correct answers B. Penrose drain Why is an indwelling Foley catheter placed prior to a hysterectomy? A. Record fluid intake B. Avoid injury to bladder C. Distend bladder D. Demonstrate ureteral patency correct answers B. Avoid injury to bladder Which of the following scissors is the best choice for extending an arterial incision? A. Metzenbau...

Why is it important to evenly distribute large instruments in a set? A. Extra condensation will make the set more difficult to dry B. It came help with storage C. Easier to carry D. None of the above - Answer A. Extra condensation will make the set more difficult to dry Which of the following best describe the overall role of the CB/SPD A. To help Nurse prepare for patients B. To provide dependable service to enhance patient care C. Specialized portable devices D. None of the above - Answer...

  The nurse is reviewing medical prescriptions for newly admitted clients. It would be a priority for the nurse to follow up with the physician if a client with (a) a potassium level of 4.5mEq/L has Kayexalate (sodium polystyrene) prescribed (b) a Dilantin (phenytoin) level of 8 mcg/ml is placed on seizure precautions(c) sensitivity to Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) is prescribed Tylenol (acetaminophen) (d) sensitivity to Penicillin is prescribed Zithromax (azithromycin) 2. The nurse fr...

Sterile Processing - Final Exam Study Guide Graded A B Why is it important to evenly distribute large instruments in a set? A. The set is difficult to carry if the weight is unevenly distributed B. Extra condensation will make the set more difficult to dry C. It is easier for the end user to sort the instrument D. The overall weight of the set is affected A Which of the following BEST describes the overall role of the CS/SPD A. To provide dependable service to enhance patient care B. To pr...

NUR 550 Midterm Exam Study Guide with complete solutions- Drexel. Differential Diagnosis ️ • In deciding which disease to include in the differential, consider: - What's the most life-threatening disease the patient could have? - Could this be a common disease presenting with unusual features? - What diseases present with misleading symptoms? - What rare diseases could be causing these signs and symptoms? Develop a Complete, Framed Differential Diagnosis (Hypothesis) ️ • Not all...

HESI: NUR209/ NUR 209 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Medical Surgical Nursing II| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A – Fortis Q: A client returns to the unit following a craniotomy for removal of a brain tumor and is obtunded but arouses to painful stimuli. Which assessment is most important for the nurse to obtain? a. Drainage on dressing. b. Last administration of analgesia. c. Body temperature. d. Serial blood pressure and pulse. Answer: b. Last administration ...

PEARLS- P - Patient name, age, allergies Procedure performed Primary language PMH Position during surgery Precautions Personal items Pain management PEARLS- E - Extremities Events (adverse) during procedure Equipment needs Elimination PEARLS- A - Assessment of skin (dressings, packing, drains) Antibiotics PEARLS- R - Relationships Radiology PEARLS- L - Labs due Lines + blood needs PEARLS- S - Special devices (ex. pacemaker) Special needs Spiritual needsSpecial communication n...

1. PET a. Hypometabolism b. Hypoperfusion c. Hypothyroid d. Hypoglycemia Hypometabolism 2. SPECT a. Hypometabolism b. Hypoperfusion c. Hypothyroid d. Hypoglycemia Hypoperfusion 3. Choose the correct order for surgical evaluation for epilepsy surgery. a. Seizure, placement of subdural electrodes, epilepsy diagnosis, medication trials, surgical resection, imaging for pathology, EMU b. Seizure, epilepsy diagnosis, medication trials, imaging for pathology, craniotomy, place...