nursing diagnosis is most important to this particular patient during the intraoperative
period?
A. Potential for knowledge deficit
B. Potential for compromise in skin integrity
C. Potential for fluid and electrolyte imbalance
D. Potential for elevated body temperature - ✔️✔️C. Potential for fluid and electrolyte
imbalance
Which incision would most probably be used for a splenectomy?
A. McBurney
B. Right subcostal
C. Left subcostal
D. Pfannenstiel - ✔️✔️C. Left subcostal
)
During a laser procedure, the disposable paper drapes ignite and begin to burn. What
type of extinguisher should be used on this fire?
A. Class BC
B. Class B
C. Class C
D. Class ABC - ✔️✔️D. Class ABC
Monica smith, 11 y/o, has just undergone a closed reduction of her fracture radial and
ulnar bones under general anesthesia. A plaster tubular cast is applied. What should
the perioperative nurse do to prevent complications in the immediate postoperative
period?
A. Check fingers and temp and color
B Keep arm at same ht as fingertips only
C. Handle cast with fingertips only
D. Keep arm covered with blanket to promote cast drying - ✔️✔️A. Check fingers for
temperature and color
A patient undergoing a hernia repair using 1% Lido for local anesthesia is being
monitored by the perioperative nurse. The nurse should remember that the
recommended total amount of lidocaine should not exceed:
A. 100mg
B. 1g
C. 500mg