The nurse is providing care for a patient recovering from a…
The nurse is providing care for a patient recovering from a hip replacement who has a history of respiratory disease. Place the following nursing diagnoses in order of priority (1–4).A. _____ Risk for injury related to unsteady gaitB. _____ Knowledge deficit related to use of a walkerC. _____ Acute pain related to surgeryD. _____ Impaired gas exchange related to compromised respiratory system
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The nurse provides recommendations for the plan of care for a patient scheduled to undergo a cholecystectomy. What is the best rationale for including preoperative teaching of deep breathing exercises to prevent postoperative complications for this patient? (Select all that apply.)
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The nurse is contributing to a patient’s plan of care for a patient who has an elevated international normalized ratio (INR). Which of these nursing diagnoses should the nurse recommend receive priority in the patient’s care plan?
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