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Perioperative Care Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse has just reassessed the condition of a post-operative client who was admitted 1 hour ago to the surgical unit. The nurse plans to monitor which parameter most carefully during the next hour?
Correct Answer: A
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Question 2 of 5
Which laboratory test should the postanesthesia care nurse monitor closely for a patient who is prescribed warfarin in the treatment of atrial fibrillation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prothrombin (PT) time,' as warfarin, an anticoagulant for atrial fibrillation, affects blood clotting, and PT time (or INR) monitors its therapeutic effect and bleeding risk crucial post-surgery. 'Serum glucose' (A) relates to metabolism, not anticoagulation. 'Serum potassium' (B) affects cardiac rhythm but isn't warfarin-specific. 'BUN' (D) assesses kidney function, unrelated to warfarin's action. In nursing, close PT monitoring prevents hemorrhage, especially post-op when bleeding risk rises; C aligns with NCLEX Perioperative care, prioritizing anticoagulation management over unrelated labs.
Question 3 of 5
Which nursing action is appropriate when providing care to a patient who is exhibiting low oxygen saturation levels in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitor breath sounds,' as low oxygen saturation requires assessing lung function (e.g., obstruction, atelectasis) guiding oxygen therapy. 'Heparin' (B) treats clots, not hypoxia. 'Hold opioids' (C) assumes cause without evidence. 'Malignant hyperthermia' (D) lacks fever context. In nursing, airway assessment is first; A aligns with NCLEX Perioperative, prioritizing respiratory evaluation.
Question 4 of 5
Which classification should the nurse document, according to the American Society of Anesthesiologists, for a patient who is diagnosed with a severe systemic disease?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 3,' as ASA 3 indicates a severe systemic disease (e.g., poorly controlled diabetes) that limits function but isn't immediately life-threatening. '2' (A) is mild. '4' (C) threatens life. '5' (D) is near death. In nursing, ASA 3 guides heightened monitoring; B aligns with NCLEX Perioperative, ensuring proper risk stratification for intraoperative care.
Question 5 of 5
Which action should the circulating nurse anticipate when the patient is intubated with the administration of general anesthesia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Securing the patient's airway,' as intubation during general anesthesia involves placing an endotracheal tube to protect and maintain the airway. 'Oxygen by mask' (B) precedes. 'Balanced anesthesia' (C) is ongoing. 'Suctioning' (D) is as needed. In nursing, airway security is critical; A aligns with NCLEX Perioperative, prioritizing intubation's purpose.