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When is a nurse providing preoperative care for a client?

A nurse is providing preoperative for a client who is about to have a below-the-knee amputation. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? A nurse is planning care for a client who is postoperative and has a closed-wound drainage system in place. Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to include?

When is a nurse monitoring a client who received succinylcholine?

A nurse is monitoring a client who received succinylcholine during a surgical procedure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take if the client develops manifestations of malignant hyperthemia? A nurse is caring for a client who has a surgical wound with a Penrose drain in place.

What does the nurse find while monitoring the client's vital signs?

While monitoring the client's vital signs, the nurse finds that the client's tongue has become swollen and is obstructing the airway. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

What should the nurse inform the client about a panhysterectomy?

- the nurse should inform the client that a panhysterectomy includes the removal of the uterus and ovaries, which might cause manifestations of menopause to occur. Manifestations of menopause include hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness

What should a nurse do after a thyroidectomy?

What should the nurse do? 1- Monitor laboratory values daily for elevated thyroid-stimulating hormone. 2- Observe for swelling of the neck, tracheal deviation, and severe pain.

What supplements should a nurse order for hypoparathyroidism?

The nurse should state that the physician probably will order daily supplements of calcium and: 1- folic acid. 2- vitamin D. 3- potassium.

What is a nurse assessing?

A nurse is assessing a client who is preoperative. The nurse should identify that which of the following factors reported by the client increases the risk for a postoperative wound infection?

What is the role of a nurse in a gastrectomy?

the use of steroids inhibit leukocyte response, which increases the clients risk for infection. A nurse is providing preoperative teaching to a client who is schedule for a gastrectomy in 1 week. The client is anxious about the upcoming surgery.