32.
Nursing implications related to detection of pending hypovolemic shock include
inspection of the surgical dressing. The nurse should also inspect __________
____________________________________________ for signs of bleeding.
33.
Nursing implications related to general patient care in the recovery room include
observation and documentation of_____________________________________,
which returns in reverse order.
34.
The patient who has had a spinal anesthetic should be kept in a supine position for
____________ to _____________ hours.
35.
Postoperative patient care includes receiving the patient on the nursing unit and
making an initial assessment which includes:
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
36.
Pulmonary efficiency is reduced by the effects of anesthesia on the respiratory
system, increasing the possibility of ______________________________.
37.
Anesthesia slows or stops the peristaltic action of the intestines resulting in
____________________________, _____________________________ .and
______________________________. Anesthesia may also cause _____________
and _____________________________resulting in a fluid imbalance.
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