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A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 day postoperative following a transsphenoidal hypophysectomy. While assessing the client, the nurse notes a large area of clear drainage seeping from the nasal packing. Which of the following should be the nurse’s initial action?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct initial action is to check the drainage for glucose (
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A). This is crucial because clear drainage after a transsphenoidal hypophysectomy may indicate a cerebrospinal fluid leak, which can be confirmed by the presence of glucose in the drainage. If glucose is present, it suggests leakage of cerebrospinal fluid and requires immediate intervention to prevent complications such as infection and meningitis. The other options (B, C, and
D) are not the most appropriate initial actions. Notifying the provider, documenting the amount of drainage, or obtaining a culture can be important steps but should come after confirming the presence of glucose to address the immediate concern of a potential cerebrospinal fluid leak.

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