FHN1 Doris Bowman VSIM

The nurse is aware that signs and symptoms indicating a postoperative hemorrhage include which of the following?

Decreased blood pressure, decreased hemoglobin

The nurse monitors the patient for which of the following major postoperative complications after an abdominal hysterectomy? (Select all that apply.)

Infection, Hemorrhage, Deep vein thrombosis, Bladder dysfunction

Which of the following nursing actions are appropriate for a patient receiving opioid therapy for pain?

Monitor sedation and respirations

The nurse monitors the patient's response to pain medication, especially opioid medication such as morphine, for adverse effects. Which of the following would reverse the effects of morphine?

Naloxone

What does the nurse determine was the cause of Doris Bowman's unresponsiveness?

Opioid intoxication

The nurse is caring for a postoperative client in the postanesthesia care unit. Which of the following is the priority nursing action?

Position the client to maintain a patent airway.

If Doris Bowman had been found unresponsive with no pulse, the nurse's next immediate priority intervention would be which of the following?

Start chest compressions

Which of the following statements is true related to postoperative management of pain by the nurse?

The nurse should assess the effectiveness of the pain medication within 30 minutes after administration.

If Doris Bowman is found unresponsive and not visibly breathing, which of the following should be the nurse's priority intervention?

check the pulse

Which of the following interventions should the nurse consider to minimize the risk of postoperative deep vein thrombosis? (Select all that apply.)

Encourage early ambulation, Apply anti-embolic stockings, Avoid pillows under knee

The nurse identifies a decrease in urine output in the postoperative patient and considers which of the following as a potential cause? (Select all that apply.)

Urinary retention, Decreased cardiac output, Hypovolemia