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Question 1 of 5

The patient arrives at the surgeon's office one week after surgery to have the sutures removed. Which classification would the nurse use when documenting care for this patient?

A. Preoperative

B. Postoperative

C. Perioperative

D. Intraoperative

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Postoperative

Question 2 of 5

The approximate length of the uterine tube is

A. 5 cm

B. 10 cm

C. 15 cm

D. 20 cm

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 10 cm

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is preparing to change a patient's abdominal dressing. The nurse recognizes the first step is to provide the patient with information regarding the procedure. Which of the following explanations should the nurse provide to the patient?

A. The dressing change is often painful, and we will be giving you pain medication prior to the procedure so you do not have to worry.

B. During the dressing change, I will provide privacy at a time of your choosing, it should not be painful, and you can look at the incision and help with the procedure if you want to.

C. The dressing change should not be painful, but you can never be sure, and infection is always a concern.

D. The best time for doing a dressing change is during lunch so we are not interrupted. I will provide privacy, and it should not be painful.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: During the dressing change, I will provide privacy at a time of your choosing, it should not be painful, and you can look at the incision and help with the procedure if you want to.

Question 4 of 5

An older client is hospitalized after an operation. When assessing the client for postoperative infection, the nurse places priority on which assessment?

A. Change in behavior

B. Daily white blood cell count

C. Presence of fever and chills

D. Tolerance of increasing activity

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Change in behavior

Question 5 of 5

The OR nurse is positioning a patient in lithotomy position. What should the nurse check?

A. Arms are extended fully

B. Legs are raised slowly and evenly

C. Head is tilted back

D. Back is arched

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Legs are raised slowly and evenly

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