NURS 660 exam 2 perioperative practice exam questions WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

Which of the following are important to teach to patients about preoperatively? Select all that apply. correct answer: -how to effectively use the incentive spirometer -the importance of early ambulation -what devices and drains they can expect to be connected to following surgery -how to effectively cough and deep breathe -plan for postoperative pain control T/F: Legal informed consent must include adequate disclosure, patient understanding of information, and voluntary consent. correct answer: true Which of the following patients would be able to legally consent to a procedure? Select all that apply. correct answer: -A 24-year-old German-speaking patient who presented with a broken ankle from soccer with a hospital interpreter present. -A 34-year-old patient who presented with right lower quadrant pain -A 50-year-old patient alert and oriented, but unable to physically sign the document? Which of the following medications are commonly given to reduce anxiety and help sedate a patient beore surgery? correct answer: benzodiazepines A nurse caring for a preoperative patient who just received preoperative sedative medications to reduce anxiety. The patient then reports the urge to empty their bladder. What is the best response by the nurse? correct answer: assist the patient using a urinal or bedpan During the preoperative nursing assessment of a patient, which questions would the nurse ask to determine if the patient has a latex allergy? Select all that apply correct answer: -have you ever had hay fever or asthma? -do you work or have you worked in the rubber industry? -are you allergic to food items like eggs and chestnuts? A patient scheduled for surgery reveals to the nurse fears about the projected length of time off work needed for recovery, as the patient is the primary source of income for the family. Which follow-up action would the nurse implement? correct answer: consult a social worker to identify financial options for the patient When can a patient revoke the consent for the surgery? Select all that apply correct answer: -when the patient is partially informed -just before the scheduled surgery time -after the patient has signed the consent form -when the patient is in the preoperative holding area A patient with Alzheimer ' s dementia and confusion arrives via amb