Postoperative Care Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

Postoperative Care Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified Which assessment is the highest priority immediately after surgery? A. Pain level B. Surgical dressing C. Airway patency D. Fluid balance Which finding in the PACU requires immediate nursing action? A. Mild shivering B. Laboured breathing C. Drowsiness D. Thirst Which position best helps maintain airway patency in a drowsy postoperative patient? A. Supine B. Side-lying C. Prone D. High Fowler’s What is the main reason oxygen is administered after surgery? 2 A. Reduce anxiety B. Increase comfort C. Prevent hypoxia D. Improve appetite Which sign indicates effective pain control? A. Guarding B. Restlessness C. Relaxed facial expression D. Increased heart rate Which assessment best reflects adequate circulation after surgery? A. Pale skin B. Warm extremities C. Weak pulses D. Cyanosis What is the most common cause of postoperative nausea and vomiting? A. Infection B. Anaesthetic agents C. Dehydration D. Anxiety 3 Which action helps prevent atelectasis? A. Bed rest B. Deep breathing exercises C. Fluid restriction D. Supine positioning Which finding suggests urinary retention? A. Frequent voiding B. Lower abdominal distension C. Clear urine D. Increased output Which intervention best prevents deep vein thrombosis? A. Fluid restriction B. Early ambulation C. Bed rest D. Tight bandages Which vital sign change may indicate internal bleeding? A. Increased blood pressure B. Decreasing blood pressure C. Normal pulse D. Warm skin 4 Which assessment is most important when monitoring a surgical wound? A. Colour of sutures B. Amount and type of drainage C. Dressing brand D. Patient age Which sign suggests infection at the surgical site? A. Clean incision B. Purulent drainage C. Mild soreness D. Dry dressing What is the primary purpose of a surgical