Med Surg Exam 1

5 Questions | By Csschu14 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2022 | Total Attempts: 338

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Questions and Answers

1.

Select all of the following that is true regarding informed consent:
- A.
  
  Explanation of the purpose of treatment, successful outcome probability, risks vs. benefits, alternative treatments available
- B.
  
  Pt must demonstrate clear understanding and comprehension of information before receiving medications
- C.
  
  Educate pt that after signing form, he or she is unable to withdraw consent after medication administration
- D.
  
  Must give consent voluntarily, without persuasion
2.

Which of the following patient's personal items is allowed in the OR?
- A.
  
  Wedding ring
- B.
  
  Contact lenses
- C.
  
  Fingernail polish
- D.
  
  Cosmetics
3.

Which of the following symptoms may indicate hypoxemia?
- A.
  
  Rapid breathing, thready pulse, apprehension
- B.
  
  Abdominal breathing, bounding pulse, diaphoresis
- C.
  
  Weak pulse, peripheral edema, hyperactive DTRs (deep tendon reflexes)
- D.
  
  Pallor, shallow respirations, anxiety
4.

The following post-op patients enters the PACU c/o chest pain and dyspnea. The nurse notices the patient appears agitated. Vital signs reveal tachypnea, tachycardia, and hypotension. What is most likely the cause of the signs and symptoms?
- A.
  
  Hypokalemia
- B.
  
  MI
- C.
  
  Pulmonary embolism
- D.
  
  Heart failure

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