19 Questions
What does it indicate when the client is able to tell the nurse about the procedure and its associated risks?
The client has a sufficient understanding to provide informed consent
Who is responsible for providing a clear and simple explanation of the surgery procedure before the client gives consent?
The surgeon
What must valid consent be according to the text?
Given freely without coercion
When should the nurse intervene in obtaining consent for surgery according to the text?
When clarification of information is needed
What position does the client assume to enhance lung expansion during deep breathing and coughing exercises?
Sitting position
What is one goal of preoperative nursing care mentioned in the text?
Promoting optimal lung expansion after anesthesia
Why is withholding food and fluid before surgery important?
To prevent aspiration
What is the primary objective in the immediate postoperative period according to the text?
Prevent hypoxemia and hypercapnia
What is a key risk mentioned for diabetic patients undergoing surgery?
Hyperglycemia
What may be felt in the chest during catheterization due to extra heartbeats?
Pounding sensation (palpitation)
Why might a patient be asked to cough during the procedure?
To disrupt an arrhythmia and clear the contrast agent
What does low urine output indicate during catheterization?
Reduced blood flow to vital organs
Why is breathing deeply and holding the breath important during the procedure?
To lower the diaphragm for better visualization of heart structures
What may produce a flushed feeling throughout the body during catheterization?
Injection of a contrast agent into either side of the heart
What is a common reason for prescribing diets restricted in sodium, fat, and cholesterol?
To manage hypertension and hyperlipidemia
Which factor is NOT involved in managing cardiovascular risk factors through diet restriction?
Potassium levels
What is a key nursing responsibility after cardiac catheterization regarding extremity assessment?
Check for numbness or tingling sensation
Prior to cardiac catheterization, what must a patient be informed about regarding the procedure duration?
Expected duration is less than 2 hours
What is a pre-catheterization nursing responsibility in regards to the patient's transportation post-procedure?
Informing the patient that a responsible person must transport them home
Test your knowledge on the informed consent process in healthcare, including benefits, alternatives, risks, and postoperative expectations. Explore the roles of surgeons and nurses in providing information to clients.
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