FA Davis Surgery Exam Questions &
Answers (Grade A+)
The nurse is caring for a patient with the nursing diagnosis of
impaired physical mobility related to surgery and decreased
strength. Which nursing intervention is appropriate for this patient?
-
correct answer ✅1. Perform active and passive range of motion
exercises
2. Slowly elevate the head of the bed
3. Sit patient on side of bed prior to standing
The nurse is preparing a patient for a knee replacement surgery.
The nurse understands that this surgery is which level of urgency? -
correct answer ✅Elective
The nurse is discharging a patient after surgery. Which
recommendation by the nurse to the caregiver is appropriate for
this patient? -
correct answer ✅1. A shower stool can help the patient bathe
themselves easier.
2. Always wash your hands before and after wound care.
3. Place extra pillows and blankets on the bed.
4. Try to place the patient on the first floor.
, FA Davis Surgery Exam Questions &
Answers (Grade A+)
The nurse is caring for a patient in the postanesthesia care unit
after and abdominal surgery. Which nursing action is appropriate? -
correct answer ✅Document the surgical site incision.
The nurse is caring for a drowsy patient after surgery. Vital signs are
pulse 112 beats/min, 16 breaths/min, SpO2 88% on room air, and
blood pressure 145/88 mm Hg. Which nursing intervention is the
priority for this patient? -
correct answer ✅Ineffective airway clearance related to ineffective
cough.
The nurse is caring for a patient with a surgical incision that is 18
days old. The nurse understands that the wound is in which phase
of wound healing? -
correct answer ✅Phase III
The nurse is assisting in the surgery of a patient experiencing
malignant hyperthermia. Which intervention should the nurse
anticipate? -
correct answer ✅1. Discontinuation of anesthesia
2. 100% oxygen given
3. Change to cooled fluids
4. Administration of dantrolene sodium (Dantrium)
Answers (Grade A+)
The nurse is caring for a patient with the nursing diagnosis of
impaired physical mobility related to surgery and decreased
strength. Which nursing intervention is appropriate for this patient?
-
correct answer ✅1. Perform active and passive range of motion
exercises
2. Slowly elevate the head of the bed
3. Sit patient on side of bed prior to standing
The nurse is preparing a patient for a knee replacement surgery.
The nurse understands that this surgery is which level of urgency? -
correct answer ✅Elective
The nurse is discharging a patient after surgery. Which
recommendation by the nurse to the caregiver is appropriate for
this patient? -
correct answer ✅1. A shower stool can help the patient bathe
themselves easier.
2. Always wash your hands before and after wound care.
3. Place extra pillows and blankets on the bed.
4. Try to place the patient on the first floor.
, FA Davis Surgery Exam Questions &
Answers (Grade A+)
The nurse is caring for a patient in the postanesthesia care unit
after and abdominal surgery. Which nursing action is appropriate? -
correct answer ✅Document the surgical site incision.
The nurse is caring for a drowsy patient after surgery. Vital signs are
pulse 112 beats/min, 16 breaths/min, SpO2 88% on room air, and
blood pressure 145/88 mm Hg. Which nursing intervention is the
priority for this patient? -
correct answer ✅Ineffective airway clearance related to ineffective
cough.
The nurse is caring for a patient with a surgical incision that is 18
days old. The nurse understands that the wound is in which phase
of wound healing? -
correct answer ✅Phase III
The nurse is assisting in the surgery of a patient experiencing
malignant hyperthermia. Which intervention should the nurse
anticipate? -
correct answer ✅1. Discontinuation of anesthesia
2. 100% oxygen given
3. Change to cooled fluids
4. Administration of dantrolene sodium (Dantrium)
