NURS 435

1. What is the priority when caring for a patient recovering from an anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)? a. Controlling pain b. Maintaining an airway c. Monitoring urine output d. Ensuring adequate blood pressure control i. ANS: B ii. The priority for care in the immediate postoperative period after an ACDF is maintaining an airway. Controlling pain can be addressed after adequate airway is ensured. Monitoring urine output and ensuring adequate blood pressure control can be...