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Which term describes the use of instruments during an operation to treat injuries, diseases, and deformities?
Which term describes the use of instruments during an operation to treat injuries, diseases, and deformities?
- Anesthesia
- Hematoma
- Surgery (correct)
- Adjunct
What is the term for the separation of the layers of a surgical incision?
What is the term for the separation of the layers of a surgical incision?
- Atelectasis
- Hypothermia
- Dehiscence (correct)
- Evisceration
Which term refers to the abnormal accumulation of blood within tissues or a body cavity?
Which term refers to the abnormal accumulation of blood within tissues or a body cavity?
- Induction
- Serosanguineous
- Purulent
- Hematoma (correct)
What is the term for the process of removing foreign material and dead or damaged tissue from a wound?
What is the term for the process of removing foreign material and dead or damaged tissue from a wound?
Which surgical procedure is considered less damaging to tissues than traditional open incision surgery?
Which surgical procedure is considered less damaging to tissues than traditional open incision surgery?
Which surgical procedure uses a laser instead of a scalpel to cut tissue?
Which surgical procedure uses a laser instead of a scalpel to cut tissue?
Which surgical procedure involves the use of robots and mimics the movements of the surgeon's hands?
Which surgical procedure involves the use of robots and mimics the movements of the surgeon's hands?
What is the purpose of exploratory laparotomy?
What is the purpose of exploratory laparotomy?
Which of the following is a common risk for older adults during surgery?
Which of the following is a common risk for older adults during surgery?
What should nursing interventions focus on before, during, and after surgery for older adults?
What should nursing interventions focus on before, during, and after surgery for older adults?
What should be done postoperatively to reduce respiratory complications in older adults?
What should be done postoperatively to reduce respiratory complications in older adults?
What can be a sign of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in older adults after surgery?
What can be a sign of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in older adults after surgery?
Which phase of surgery begins with transfer to the operating room and ends with admission to the perianesthesia care unit (PACU)?
Which phase of surgery begins with transfer to the operating room and ends with admission to the perianesthesia care unit (PACU)?
Which of the following is a fear that surgical patients may experience related to anesthesia?
Which of the following is a fear that surgical patients may experience related to anesthesia?
What is the primary role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
What is the primary role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
What is a factor that can influence surgical outcomes for older patients?
What is a factor that can influence surgical outcomes for older patients?
Which test is done to detect pulmonary and cardiac abnormalities before surgery?
Which test is done to detect pulmonary and cardiac abnormalities before surgery?
What is the purpose of obtaining baseline levels of arterial blood gases before surgery?
What is the purpose of obtaining baseline levels of arterial blood gases before surgery?
Which test is used to identify blood type for possible transfusion during surgery?
Which test is used to identify blood type for possible transfusion during surgery?
What is the purpose of a urine pregnancy test before surgery?
What is the purpose of a urine pregnancy test before surgery?
Which of the following actions should be taken to minimize delirium in older adults?
Which of the following actions should be taken to minimize delirium in older adults?
What are the recommended fasting time frames before anesthesia according to the American Society of Anesthesiologists’ guidelines?
What are the recommended fasting time frames before anesthesia according to the American Society of Anesthesiologists’ guidelines?
Why should patients be encouraged to avoid smoking before surgery?
Why should patients be encouraged to avoid smoking before surgery?
What can long-term alcohol use cause in surgical patients?
What can long-term alcohol use cause in surgical patients?
Which of the following is a potential complication of atelectasis?
Which of the following is a potential complication of atelectasis?
What is the purpose of deep breathing exercises in preventing atelectasis?
What is the purpose of deep breathing exercises in preventing atelectasis?
How often should a patient repeat deep breathing exercises postoperatively?
How often should a patient repeat deep breathing exercises postoperatively?
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry in preventing atelectasis?
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry in preventing atelectasis?
Who can benefit from incentive spirometry?
Who can benefit from incentive spirometry?
Where should the spirometer be kept for easy access by the patient?
Where should the spirometer be kept for easy access by the patient?
Which test is used to detect kidney problems before surgery?
Which test is used to detect kidney problems before surgery?
What is the purpose of fasting before surgery?
What is the purpose of fasting before surgery?
What is the purpose of a urine pregnancy test before surgery?
What is the purpose of a urine pregnancy test before surgery?
Which test is used to detect abnormalities in the urine before surgery?
Which test is used to detect abnormalities in the urine before surgery?
Which of the following is a key responsibility of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
Which of the following is a key responsibility of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
What can be a common fear experienced by surgical patients related to anesthesia?
What can be a common fear experienced by surgical patients related to anesthesia?
What is one potential complication that can occur in older patients after surgery?
What is one potential complication that can occur in older patients after surgery?
What is one factor that can influence surgical outcomes for older patients?
What is one factor that can influence surgical outcomes for older patients?
Which type of surgery is less damaging to tissues than traditional open incision surgery?
Which type of surgery is less damaging to tissues than traditional open incision surgery?
What is the purpose of robotic surgery?
What is the purpose of robotic surgery?
What is the purpose of exploratory laparotomy?
What is the purpose of exploratory laparotomy?
Which phase of surgery begins with transfer to the operating room and ends with admission to the perianesthesia care unit (PACU)?
Which phase of surgery begins with transfer to the operating room and ends with admission to the perianesthesia care unit (PACU)?
What is the purpose of obtaining informed patient consent before surgery?
What is the purpose of obtaining informed patient consent before surgery?
What is the purpose of preventive surgery?
What is the purpose of preventive surgery?
What is the term for the separation of the layers of a surgical incision?
What is the term for the separation of the layers of a surgical incision?
What are the recommended fasting time frames before anesthesia according to the American Society of Anesthesiologists’ guidelines?
What are the recommended fasting time frames before anesthesia according to the American Society of Anesthesiologists’ guidelines?
What is the purpose of obtaining baseline levels of arterial blood gases before surgery?
What is the purpose of obtaining baseline levels of arterial blood gases before surgery?
What is the term for the abnormal accumulation of blood within tissues or a body cavity?
What is the term for the abnormal accumulation of blood within tissues or a body cavity?
Which surgical procedure uses a laser instead of a scalpel to cut tissue?
Which surgical procedure uses a laser instead of a scalpel to cut tissue?
What can be a sign of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in older adults after surgery?
What can be a sign of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in older adults after surgery?
What is a common risk for older adults during surgery?
What is a common risk for older adults during surgery?
What should be done postoperatively to reduce respiratory complications in older adults?
What should be done postoperatively to reduce respiratory complications in older adults?
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry in preventing atelectasis?
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry in preventing atelectasis?
What can be a sign of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in older adults after surgery?
What can be a sign of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in older adults after surgery?
Which of the following is the purpose of deep breathing exercises in preventing atelectasis?
Which of the following is the purpose of deep breathing exercises in preventing atelectasis?
What is the recommended frequency of deep breathing exercises postoperatively?
What is the recommended frequency of deep breathing exercises postoperatively?
Where should the incentive spirometer be kept for easy access by the patient?
Where should the incentive spirometer be kept for easy access by the patient?
Who can benefit from incentive spirometry?
Who can benefit from incentive spirometry?
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry in preventing atelectasis?
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry in preventing atelectasis?
What is the purpose of sitting upright at a minimum of 45° during deep breathing exercises?
What is the purpose of sitting upright at a minimum of 45° during deep breathing exercises?
Which of the following is a potential complication of dehiscence?
Which of the following is a potential complication of dehiscence?
What is the purpose of débridement during surgery?
What is the purpose of débridement during surgery?
Which of the following is the LPN/LVN role in obtaining informed patient consent for surgery?
Which of the following is the LPN/LVN role in obtaining informed patient consent for surgery?
Which phase of surgery begins with admission to the perianesthesia care unit (PACU)?
Which phase of surgery begins with admission to the perianesthesia care unit (PACU)?
Which of the following nutrients is required for tissue growth, skin integrity, and cell-mediated immunity?
Which of the following nutrients is required for tissue growth, skin integrity, and cell-mediated immunity?
What is the recommended fasting time before anesthesia for a meal containing meat or fat?
What is the recommended fasting time before anesthesia for a meal containing meat or fat?
What is the purpose of obtaining a urine pregnancy test before surgery?
What is the purpose of obtaining a urine pregnancy test before surgery?
What is the primary role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
What is the primary role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
What is the primary role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
What is the primary role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
What is one potential fear that surgical patients may experience related to anesthesia?
What is one potential fear that surgical patients may experience related to anesthesia?
What is a common risk for older adults during surgery?
What is a common risk for older adults during surgery?
What is the purpose of listening to music before surgery according to the evidence?
What is the purpose of listening to music before surgery according to the evidence?
Which surgical procedure is considered less damaging to tissues than traditional open incision surgery?
Which surgical procedure is considered less damaging to tissues than traditional open incision surgery?
What is the purpose of robotic surgery?
What is the purpose of robotic surgery?
What is the term for the process of removing foreign material and dead or damaged tissue from a wound?
What is the term for the process of removing foreign material and dead or damaged tissue from a wound?
What is the purpose of deep breathing exercises in preventing atelectasis?
What is the purpose of deep breathing exercises in preventing atelectasis?
What is the purpose of a urine or serum pregnancy test before surgery?
What is the purpose of a urine or serum pregnancy test before surgery?
What is the purpose of obtaining baseline levels of arterial blood gases before surgery?
What is the purpose of obtaining baseline levels of arterial blood gases before surgery?
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry in preventing atelectasis?
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry in preventing atelectasis?
What is the primary role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
What is the primary role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
Which of the following is a potential complication of surgery in older adults?
Which of the following is a potential complication of surgery in older adults?
What should be done postoperatively to reduce respiratory complications in older adults?
What should be done postoperatively to reduce respiratory complications in older adults?
What is a common risk for older adults during surgery?
What is a common risk for older adults during surgery?
What can be a sign of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in older adults after surgery?
What can be a sign of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in older adults after surgery?
Which of the following is the purpose of deep breathing exercises in preventing atelectasis?
Which of the following is the purpose of deep breathing exercises in preventing atelectasis?
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry in preventing atelectasis?
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry in preventing atelectasis?
Who can benefit from incentive spirometry?
Who can benefit from incentive spirometry?
What is a common risk for older adults during surgery?
What is a common risk for older adults during surgery?
What can be a sign of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in older adults after surgery?
What can be a sign of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in older adults after surgery?
What is the recommended frequency of deep breathing exercises postoperatively?
What is the recommended frequency of deep breathing exercises postoperatively?
Which test is used to detect potassium, sodium, and chloride imbalances before surgery?
Which test is used to detect potassium, sodium, and chloride imbalances before surgery?
What is the purpose of obtaining a fasting blood glucose test before surgery?
What is the purpose of obtaining a fasting blood glucose test before surgery?
What is the primary purpose of obtaining a chest x-ray before surgery?
What is the primary purpose of obtaining a chest x-ray before surgery?
What is the purpose of obtaining a urine pregnancy test before surgery?
What is the purpose of obtaining a urine pregnancy test before surgery?
What is the recommended fasting time before anesthesia for a patient who had a light meal containing meat or fat?
What is the recommended fasting time before anesthesia for a patient who had a light meal containing meat or fat?
Which nutrient is required for tissue growth, skin integrity, and cell-mediated immunity?
Which nutrient is required for tissue growth, skin integrity, and cell-mediated immunity?
What is the purpose of preoperative fasting time?
What is the purpose of preoperative fasting time?
What is the primary role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
What is the primary role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
Which phase of surgery begins with admission to the perianesthesia care unit (PACU)?
Which phase of surgery begins with admission to the perianesthesia care unit (PACU)?
What is one potential fear that surgical patients may experience related to anesthesia?
What is one potential fear that surgical patients may experience related to anesthesia?
What is the primary role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
What is the primary role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
What is the purpose of obtaining baseline levels of arterial blood gases before surgery?
What is the purpose of obtaining baseline levels of arterial blood gases before surgery?
Which surgical procedure is considered less damaging to tissues than traditional open incision surgery?
Which surgical procedure is considered less damaging to tissues than traditional open incision surgery?
What is the purpose of robotic surgery?
What is the purpose of robotic surgery?
What is the primary role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
What is the primary role of a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) in the preoperative phase of surgery?
Which phase of surgery begins with transfer to the operating room and ends with admission to the perianesthesia care unit (PACU)?
Which phase of surgery begins with transfer to the operating room and ends with admission to the perianesthesia care unit (PACU)?
Which of the following is a potential complication of surgery in older adults?
Which of the following is a potential complication of surgery in older adults?
What is the purpose of obtaining baseline levels of arterial blood gases before surgery?
What is the purpose of obtaining baseline levels of arterial blood gases before surgery?
What can be a sign of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in older adults after surgery?
What can be a sign of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in older adults after surgery?
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry in preventing atelectasis?
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry in preventing atelectasis?
Which of the following is a potential complication of evisceration?
Which of the following is a potential complication of evisceration?
What is the LPN/LVN role in the perioperative phase of surgery?
What is the LPN/LVN role in the perioperative phase of surgery?
What is the LPN/LVN role in obtaining informed patient consent?
What is the LPN/LVN role in obtaining informed patient consent?
What is the purpose of debridement in wound care?
What is the purpose of debridement in wound care?
Which of the following is the purpose of deep breathing exercises in preventing atelectasis?
Which of the following is the purpose of deep breathing exercises in preventing atelectasis?
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry in preventing atelectasis?
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry in preventing atelectasis?
Who can benefit from incentive spirometry?
Who can benefit from incentive spirometry?
Where should the incentive spirometer be kept for easy access by the patient?
Where should the incentive spirometer be kept for easy access by the patient?
What is the recommended frequency of deep breathing exercises postoperatively?
What is the recommended frequency of deep breathing exercises postoperatively?
What can long-term alcohol use cause in surgical patients?
What can long-term alcohol use cause in surgical patients?
Deep breathing helps prevent the development of atelectasis.
Deep breathing helps prevent the development of atelectasis.
Atelectasis is caused by hyperinflation of the lungs.
Atelectasis is caused by hyperinflation of the lungs.
The patient is taught to inhale fully through the mouth.
The patient is taught to inhale fully through the mouth.
Incentive spirometry can prevent atelectasis by increasing lung volume.
Incentive spirometry can prevent atelectasis by increasing lung volume.
The older adult population is not at increased risk for lung complications.
The older adult population is not at increased risk for lung complications.
The spirometer should be kept on the window sill for easy access.
The spirometer should be kept on the window sill for easy access.
Patients should be encouraged to sit upright at a minimum of 45° during deep breathing exercises.
Patients should be encouraged to sit upright at a minimum of 45° during deep breathing exercises.
Two normal breaths should be taken before using the spirometer.
Two normal breaths should be taken before using the spirometer.
The purpose of incentive spirometry is to prevent pneumonia.
The purpose of incentive spirometry is to prevent pneumonia.
Deep breathing exercises should be repeated every 2 hours postoperatively.
Deep breathing exercises should be repeated every 2 hours postoperatively.
True or false: Deep breathing helps prevent the development of atelectasis.
True or false: Deep breathing helps prevent the development of atelectasis.
True or false: Atelectasis is caused by hypoventilation or mucous obstruction.
True or false: Atelectasis is caused by hypoventilation or mucous obstruction.
True or false: Incentive spirometry can be used to prevent atelectasis.
True or false: Incentive spirometry can be used to prevent atelectasis.
True or false: Incentive spirometry increases lung volume and alveoli expansion.
True or false: Incentive spirometry increases lung volume and alveoli expansion.
True or false: All patients can benefit from incentive spirometry.
True or false: All patients can benefit from incentive spirometry.
True or false: The spirometer should be kept on the window sill for easy access.
True or false: The spirometer should be kept on the window sill for easy access.
True or false: Deep breathing exercises should be repeated every 2 hours postoperatively.
True or false: Deep breathing exercises should be repeated every 2 hours postoperatively.
True or false: The older adult population is not at increased risk for lung complications.
True or false: The older adult population is not at increased risk for lung complications.
True or false: Obtaining baseline levels of arterial blood gases before surgery is important.
True or false: Obtaining baseline levels of arterial blood gases before surgery is important.
True or false: Inhaling until the target on the spirometer is reached is recommended.
True or false: Inhaling until the target on the spirometer is reached is recommended.
