NUR170/ NUR 170 Exam 1: (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Medical-Surgical Nursing |Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct - Galen

NUR170/ NUR 170 Exam 1: (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Medical-Surgical Nursing |Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct - Galen QUESTION pertinent CV and resp findings during preop assessment Answer: Chest pain Irregular HR HTN or htn HR <60 or >100 SOB, dyspnea, tachypnea O2 less than 94 Presence of pacemaker or ICD QUESTION signs and symptoms of infection during preop assessment Answer: Fever Purulent sputum Increased WBC count Dysuria or cloudy, foul-smelling urine Any red, swollen, draining IV or wound site QUESTION lab data that could contraindicate surgery Answer: Hypo/hyperkalemia Positive pregnancy test Increased PT, INR, or aPTT QUESTION meds that increase risk of surgical complications Answer: Antihypertensives TCA antidepressants Anticoagulants NSAIDs Immunosuppressive drugs QUESTION interventions for decreased cardiac output and/or increased BP Answer: Determine normal activity levels and note when pt tires QUESTION interventions for decreased peripheral circulation Answer: Monitor VS, peripheral pulses, and cap refill QUESTION interventions for reduced vital capacity and/or loss of lung elasticity Answer: Teach coughing and deep breathing exercises QUESTION interventions for decreased oxygenation of blood Monitor respirations and breathing effort QUESTION interventions for decreased blood flow to