Pulmonary/Respiratory Exam Med-Surg questions with correct answers

You are caring for a patient who has just had a rhinoplasty for a broken nose and deviated septum. Which of the following post-op assessment findings must you report FIRST: A. Patient's pain level is 5/10. B. Patient's SpO2 (oxygen saturation) is 88%. C. Patient is upset with how his face looks. D. There is some blood on the patient's pledget (nasal tampon). CORRECT ANSWER Patient's SpO2 (oxygen saturation) is 88%. You reinforce instructions to a patient regarding nasal packing and splint inserted to manage her epistaxis. Which statement, if made by this patient, indicates a NEED FOR FURTHER instructions? A. "I should not bend my head below my heart level." B. "If I have to sneeze, I'll open my mouth and sneeze naturally." C. "I should continue using my Aspirin as usual." D. "If my nose starts to bleed, I will apply pressure to my nose by pinching my nostrils tightly closed for 10-15 minutes." CORRECT ANSWER "I should continue using my Aspirin as usual." You reinforce instructions to the patient with acute bacterial pharyngitis. Which statement, if made by this patient, indicates a NEED FOR FURTHER teaching? A. "I can gargle saltwater to help reduce swelling and irritation in my throat." B. "I should not drink more than 1 liter a day." C. "I should come back to ED if I develop