Anna is 45 y.o. and has a bleeding ulcer. Despite multiple blood transfusions, her HGB is 7.5g/dl and HCT is 27%. Her doctor determines that surgical intervention is necessary and she undergoes partial gastrectomy. Postoperative nursing care includes:- Skildor

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Anna is 45 y.o. and has a bleeding ulcer. Despite multiple blood transfusions, her HGB is 7.5g/dl and HCT is 27%. Her doctor determines that surgical intervention is necessary and she undergoes partial gastrectomy. Postoperative nursing care includes:

A. Giving pain medication Q6H. B. Flushing the NG tube with sterile water. C. Positioning her in high Fowler's position. D. Keeping her NPO until the return of peristalsis.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Postoperative care for a patient who underwent partial gastrectomy includes keeping her NPO until the return of peristalsis to prevent complications.

Question 2 of 5

Nathaniel has severe pruritus due to having hepatitis B. What is the best intervention for his comfort?

A. Give tepid baths. B. Avoid lotions and creams. C. Use hot water to increase vasodilation. D. Use cold water to decrease the itching.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Giving tepid baths can help soothe severe pruritus due to hepatitis B.

Question 3 of 5

Anna is 45 y.o. and has a bleeding ulcer. Despite multiple blood transfusions, her HGB is 7.5g/dl and HCT is 27%. Her doctor determines that surgical intervention is necessary and she undergoes partial gastrectomy. Postoperative nursing care includes:

A. Giving pain medication Q6H. B. Flushing the NG tube with sterile water. C. Positioning her in high Fowler's position. D. Keeping her NPO until the return of peristalsis.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Postoperative care for a patient who underwent partial gastrectomy includes keeping her NPO until the return of peristalsis to prevent complications.

Question 4 of 5

Arthur has a family history of colon cancer and is scheduled to have a sigmoidoscopy. He is crying as he tells you, "I know that I have colon cancer, too." Which response is most therapeutic?

A. I know just how you feel. B. You seem upset. C. Oh, don't worry about it, everything will be just fine. D. Why do you think you have cancer?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Acknowledging the patient's emotions with 'You seem upset' is the most therapeutic response.

Question 5 of 5

When planning care for a client with ulcerative colitis who is experiencing symptoms, which client care activities can the nurse appropriately delegate to a unlicensed assistant?

A. Assessing the client's bowel sounds B. Providing skin care following bowel movements C. Evaluating the client's response to antidiarrheal medications D. administration of pain medication every 4 hours

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Providing skin care following bowel movements, maintaining intake and output records, and obtaining the client's weight can be delegated to a unlicensed assistant.

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