NCLEX FINAL EXAM TEST BANK WITH QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS VERIFIED AND GRADED A+

A client had a total knee replacement earlier in the day and has a continuous femoral nerve blockade. When entering the room to assess the client, the nurse notes that the television volume is quite loud. The client explains that it is hard to hear with "all the ringing in my ears." What action by the nurse takes priority? - ANSWER Call another nurse to notify the anesthesiologist immediately. A client who has had total hip replacement surgery asks the nurse when she will be able to use a regular-height toilet seat again. What is the nurse's best response? - ANSWER As soon as you are able to walk without a limp The nurse is caring for a client who has had hip replacement surgery 2 days before. The client reports severe pain at the surgical site despite having received 2 Vicodin tablets 2 hours previously. The client is requesting IV pain medication. What is the nurse's primary