10 Questions
What is the nurse's priority action when the client returns to the nursing unit from PACU or RR?
Check the primary care provider's stat orders
In which situation may nursing interventions to implement stat orders be carried out at the same time as assessment?
When the client requests pain medication
What does the nurse consult the surgeon's postoperative orders for?
To learn about the client's food and fluid intake
What is monitored for all postoperative clients in some agencies?
Intake and output
When does the sequence of activities for initial assessment vary?
When primary care provider's orders need to be implemented
What should the nurse assess every 15 minutes until stable or in accordance with agency protocol?
Oxygen saturation level
What may be an indicator of circulatory problems when assessing the client's skin color and temperature?
Cool and moist skin
What may be a common cause of postoperative hypotension?
Fluid overload
When should the nurse assess the client's reaction to verbal stimuli and ability to move extremities?
Every 15 minutes
What should the nurse assess for when caring for older adults postoperatively?
Abrupt change in mental status
Test your knowledge of ongoing nursing assessment for post-operative clients and initial assessment upon receiving a client from the PACU or RR.
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