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Which is the priority intervention for the nurse to perform in the post anesthesia care unit (PACU)?

Assess the surgical dressing, noting presence and character of drainage.

Assess urinary output and presence of bladder distention.

Assess blood pressure and the estimated blood loss during surgery.

Assess for airway patency and quality of respirations.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A. Checking the surgical dressing is important but not as urgent as ensuring respiratory function.

B. Assessing urinary output is necessary but secondary to airway patency.

C. Monitoring blood pressure and blood loss is important but less critical than respiratory status.

D. Airway patency is the highest priority in the immediate postoperative period to prevent respiratory failure.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Propofol is a sedative and would worsen respiratory depression.

B. Naloxone is the antidote for opioid-induced respiratory depression and should be administered immediately.

C. Flumazenil reverses benzodiazepine effects and is not appropriate for opioid overdose.

D. Protamine sulfate is used to reverse the effects of heparin and is unrelated to fentanyl toxicity.

A. “I have the ability to self-dose when experience pain." B. “I can receive a dose as often as need with this pump.” C. “I’ll receive a steady flow of medication to control my pain.” D. "I will decide with the nurse when I should receive a dose."

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. PCA pumps allow clients to self-administer pain medication within prescribed limits when experiencing pain.

B. Doses are controlled by a lockout mechanism to prevent overdosing.

C. PCA pumps deliver medication as needed, not a continuous infusion unless programmed otherwise.

D. The client independently determines when to use the PCA within prescribed parameters.

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