Post-Op Nursing care CABG

Front

Based on Mr. Robert Jenkins' severe chest pain and shortness of breath, what surgical procedure did he undergo?

Back

Triple Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)

Front

During a routine check-up, Mr. Jenkins shares his medical history with his doctor. Which of the following is NOT part of Mr. Jenkins' medical history? Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Back

Asthma

Front

What is the current temperature of Mr. Jenkins as noted in the recent vitals?

Back

38.3°C (100.9°F)

Front

While caring for a post-operative patient, Aria, the nurse, notes erythema, swelling, and a small amount of ___ drainage from the lower end of the sternal incision.

Back

purulent

Front

During a follow-up appointment, Mr. Jenkins tells his nurse about two symptoms he is experiencing as he prepares for discharge. What are these symptoms? Fever and cough, Shortness of breath and chest pain, Nausea and vomiting, Headache and dizziness

Back

Shortness of breath and chest pain

Front

Anika, a nurse on a medical-surgical unit, is monitoring her patients for early signs of infection. Which of the following should she recognize as early indicators? Fever and tachycardia, Hypotension and chills, Local warmth and swelling, Purulent discharge

Back

Fever and tachycardia

Front

How often should the frequency of vitals be increased according to the nursing focus for a patient whose condition is changing? Options: Every 4 hours (q4h), Every 12 hours (q12h), Once a day, Every 8 hours (q8h)

Back

Every 4 hours (q4h)

Front

Ava, a nurse, is monitoring a patient for signs of systemic involvement. Which of the following is NOT a sign she should observe for according to the nursing focus? Chills, Hypotension, Tachypnea, Headache

Back

Headache

Front

Abigail, a nurse in the emergency department, needs to quickly assess the pain level of an alert, verbal adult patient. Which pain scale is described as simple and effective for this situation?

Back

Numeric Rating Scale (NRS)

Front

Oliver is a nurse caring for a young child who cannot speak due to developmental delays. Which pain scale is reserved for patients with communication barriers?

Back

Wong-Baker FACES