Perioperative Nursing: Post-operative Complications
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Which of the following is a characteristic clinical sign of pneumonia?

  • Decreased urine output
  • Elevated blood pressure
  • Cough and expectoration of blood-tinged sputum (correct)
  • Swollen and red affected area

What is a preventive intervention for atelectasis?

  • Fluid and/or blood replacement
  • Early ambulation (correct)
  • Antiemboli stockings
  • Leg exercises

What is the most appropriate preventive intervention for hypovolemic shock?

  • Increased fluid intake
  • Maintain prescribed position
  • Incentive spirometer
  • Early detection of signs (correct)

Which condition is caused by slowed venous blood flow due to immobility or prolonged sitting?

<p>Thrombophlebitis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic clinical sign of hypovolemic shock?

<p>Rapid weak pulse (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What preventive intervention is common for both thrombophlebitis and thrombus?

<p>Leg exercises (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential cause of pulmonary embolism?

<p>Use of oral contraceptives high in estrogen (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a clinical sign of hemorrhage?

<p>Swelling or bruising around incision (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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