A nurse is caring for an older adult client in the PACU following general anesthesia. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Urine output 120 mL in 4 hr
Systolic blood pressure 12 mm Hg lower than the preoperative level
Audible stridor
Normal sinus rhythm with an occasional premature ventricular contraction
The Correct Answer is C
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Correct Answer is C
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Surgical asepsis (sterile technique) should be used for suctioning to prevent infection, not medical asepsis.
B. Applying suction for no longer than 10 seconds is appropriate to prevent hypoxia and trauma to the airway.
C. Advancing the catheter 2 cm after resistance is met is not advised; the catheter should not be forced beyond resistance to avoid injury.
D. The catheter should not be withdrawn if the client begins coughing; instead, it indicates the need for suctioning. If coughing occurs, the nurse should ensure the patient can breathe and may need to suction carefully.
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