Asked by Lauren Dufour on May 12, 2024
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Mr.Pollard,72 years old,is scheduled for a hernia repair at 8 am the following morning.He is in the preoperative clinic having lab work drawn and an EKG.What statement by Mr.Pollard to the nurse would prompt the need for further health teaching?
A) I should take all my medications the morning of surgery.
B) I will get pain medication regularly after surgery.
C) Deep breathing and coughing will help my recovery.
D) I need to shower with chlorhexidine wash the morning of surgery.
Chlorhexidine Wash
An antimicrobial solution used for cleaning the skin and hands to reduce bacteria that might cause infection.
EKG
An abbreviated term for electrocardiogram, a diagnostic tool that measures and records the electrical activity of the heart to detect heart conditions.
Hernia Repair
A surgical procedure to correct hernias, which are protrusions of organs through the wall that contains them.
- Distinguish the different stages of surgical intervention and their nursing considerations.
- Recognize the impact that pre-operative medication has on the outcomes of surgical procedures.
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Rafael GuzmanMay 16, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Patients are typically instructed to withhold certain medication on the morning of surgery, so this statement indicates a need for further health teaching. Medication schedules should be reviewed with the patient prior to surgery.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish the different stages of surgical intervention and their nursing considerations.
- Recognize the impact that pre-operative medication has on the outcomes of surgical procedures.