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Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 33 : Care of the Surgical Patient Questions
Question 1 of 5
Research shows that patients who receive preoperative teaching do better after surgery. Which of the following are benefits of preoperative teaching?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Preoperative teaching prepares patients, reducing anxiety, complications, and recovery time while promoting healing.
Question 2 of 5
Pain control is one of the biggest issues for the patient postoperatively. Which of the following is(are) accurate?
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Educating patients on pain medication use and administering it before pain escalates improves pain management.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is(are) a reason(s) to use SCDs and TED?
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: SCDs and TED hose promote venous return, reducing blood pooling and DVT risk, but do not affect pneumonia or ambulation needs.
Question 4 of 5
There are various purposes for which preoperative medications may be given. Which of the following purposes serve as a legitimate reason to administer a preoperative medication?
Correct Answer: A,B,E,F,G
Rationale: Preoperative medications address anxiety, sedation, gastric issues, nausea, and secretions, but do not shorten surgery or prevent pneumonia.
Question 5 of 5
Who has the responsibility to obtain consent for surgery?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The surgeon is responsible for explaining the procedure and obtaining informed consent from the patient.