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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
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 2 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 3 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.
Question 4 of 5
Which member of the surgical team is the primary patient advocate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The circulating nurse oversees patient safety and advocacy during surgery, ensuring all needs are met.
Question 5 of 5
Why is it a good idea to call a time-out prior to initiating surgery?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: A time-out verifies patient identity, procedure, site, and consent, reducing errors, but does not reassess the need for surgery.