Complete Solutions
Cardiac dysrhythmiasWhat is a characteristic of nicotine
withdrawal?
A. Decreased appetite
B. Drowsiness
C. Insomnia
D. Cardiac dysrhythmias Correct Answers C. Insomnia
DB & C and position changes Correct Answers Deep breathing
& coughing
How can abdominal splinting be done? Correct Answers With a
pillow
How do you figure out the dermatome level? Correct Answers
Start at the upper anterior chest and work downwards until the
patient states that it does NOT feel as cold. Continue downwards
until the patients states it feels cold again - the level above this is
the bottom dermatome level
In the PACU, what are the two most common potential
complications after abdominal & thoracic surgery? Correct
Answers Atelectasis & Pneumonia
Nursing Assessment for...
o Stress response - ↑ADH & Aldosterone
o Fluid loss
o Narcotic drugs may also interfere with ability to initiate void