The nurse is caring for a patient preparing them for discharge after an abdominal hysterectomy.  Which of the following are essential steps in assessing a patient’s readiness for discharge from the PACU? Select All That Apply

The nurse provides care to a patient who is having a minor elective surgery later in the day. The patient has casts on both hands but is legally competent. Which action does the nurse implement during the informed consent process?

The nurse assessing a patient for cognitive functional status will use a test specified for this type of assessment.  What are some of the tests that may be used for this assessment ?  (Select all that apply)

Some members of the Operating Room team are preparing to go into surgery and are completing a surgical scrub.  Select all the correct components of a surgical scrub. Select All That Apply

A 17-year-old female presents to a primary care clinic with her mother. Her BMI is 31 kg/m². She appears anxious and avoids eye contact. On exam, she has dry skin, lanugo on her arms, and reports recent episodes of dizziness. Lab results reveal hypokalemia and mild metabolic alkalosis. When asked about eating habits, the patient states, “I try to eat healthy but sometimes I mess up and just get rid of it.” As the nurse assesses, which of the following is the priority action?

Which  diagnostic test would indicate the need for the nurse to review renal lab function results before sending the patient to the study?

The nursing student is getting the opportunity to observe a total hip arthroplasty being performed in the operating room.  The nursing student should recognize which member of the intraoperative nursing team as being considered sterile?

The nurse is caring for a patient who is experiencing a tonic-clonic seizure. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?

A 7-year-old child diagnosed with rheumatic fever is admitted to the pediatric unit. The nurse understands that one of the major concerns is damage to which organ system, and what should be included in the child’s care plan?

Match the medication with the correct drug classification: