Postoperative Care Flashcard

Front

A patient becomes restless and agitated in the (PACU) as he begins to regain consciousness. The first action the nurse should take is to

Back

Check the patient's oxygen saturation with pulse oximetry.

Front

The patient asks the nurse why they cannot have a full meal immediately after surgery, what is an effective explanation?

Back

We want to ensure you have bowel sounds to prevent further complications

Front

Urine output of less than __ mL/hr should be reported to the provider.

Back

30

Front

Nursing assessment of cardiovascular status may be obtained by all of the following except: Diet ordered, Vital signs, Skin color and temperature, Lung sounds

Back

Diet ordered

Front

You are reviewing the postoperative care of a patient who underwent a total knee arthroscopy. The image shows the patient resting in bed. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing interventions at this time?

Back

Place compression stockings and SCD pumps on patient.