A nurse is caring for four postoperative clients. The nurse can delegate obtaining vital signs to an assistive personnel (AP) for which of the following clients?
A client who is 3 days postoperative following a craniotomy
A client who is 3 days postoperative following gastric bypass surgery
A client who is 2 hr postoperative following an abdominal hysterectomy
A client who is 1 hr postoperative following a thyroidectomy
The Correct Answer is B
Rationale:
A. A client who is 3 days postoperative following a craniotomy requires careful monitoring due to potential complications from brain surgery, so vital signs should be taken by a nurse.
B. A client who is 3 days postoperative following gastric bypass surgery is stable enough for an AP to obtain vital signs, as the risk of immediate postoperative complications is lower compared to more recent surgeries.
C. A client who is 2 hr postoperative following an abdominal hysterectomy requires close monitoring due to the recent surgery, so vital signs should be obtained by a nurse.
D. A client who is 1 hr postoperative following a thyroidectomy requires vigilant monitoring for potential complications from recent surgery, which should be done by a nurse.
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
Rationale:
A. Discovery phase is when depositions are typically taken, as this phase involves gathering evidence and information from parties involved.
B. Decision phase occurs after the trial to determine the verdict.
C. Trial phase involves presenting evidence and arguments, but depositions occur earlier during discovery.
D. Complaint phase involves filing the lawsuit and does not include depositions.
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
Rationale:
A. WBC 6,000/mm³ is within normal range and does not require follow-up.
B. BUN 15 mg/dL is within normal range and does not require follow-up.
C. Hemoglobin 14 g/dL is within normal range for most adults and does not require follow-up.
D. Platelet count 60,000/mm³ is significantly low and requires follow-up as it can increase the risk of bleeding during surgery.