Preoperative Nursing-NCLEX Questions Practice | Questions with 100% Correct Answers | Verified | Updated 2023

The nurse recognizes the value of leg exercises in the prevention of postoperative thrombophlebitis. When should the nurse teach the correct technique for leg exercises to a patient? a. upon transfer from post anesthetic care unit to the post-surgical unit b. prior to surgery c. when early signs of venous stasis are evident d. in post anesthetic recovery - B The nurse is providing teaching to a patient regarding pain control after surgery. What time does the nurse inform the patient is the best time to request pain medication? a. before the pain becomes severe b. after the pain becomes severe and relaxation techniques have failed c. when the patient experiences pain rating of "10" on a 1-10 pain scale d. when there is no pain, but it is time for the medication to be administered - A Which of the following nursing interventions is most likely to prevent respiratory complications such as pneumonia and atelectasis in a post surgical patient? a. control of anxiety and agitation b. adequate nutrition and fluids c. adequate pain controld. use of incentive spirometry - D Which of the following patients most likely requires special preoperative assessment and treatment as a result of his or her existing medication regimen? a. a woman who take daily anticoagulants to treat atrial fib. b. a woman who takes a daily thyroid supplement to treat her longstanding hypothyroidism. c. a man who regularly treats his rehumatoid arthritis with OTC NSAIDs. d. a man who takes an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor because he has hypertension - A