In which patient is a preoperative pregnancy test required if having surgery at an ambulatory surgical center? 

The nurse receives report on 4 clients. Which client should the nurse assess first?

A medically stable patient is scheduled for surgery in an officed based setting. Within what time period of the scheduled surgery should the history and physical be completed? 

In which cardiac conditions is maintaining a slightly increased systemic vascular resistance imperative in maintaining the cardiac output? (Select 2)

Which patient is not suitable for outpatient surgery in an ambulatory surgery center? 

Which patient should undergo cardiac testing before proceeding with a surgical procedure under general anesthesia?

Which one of the items listed below is not a clinical sign for Calcium Deficiency?

A patient diagnosed with Addisonian crisis is receiving treatment in the ICU. Which laboratory value would the nurse expect to find in a patient experiencing an Addisonian crisis?

A 65-year-old male patient presents to the operating room for a right knee replacement under general anesthesia. The patient has a history of severe aortic stenosis and has a cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED). During the anesthetic the patient displays the ECG rhythm below but the CIED device malfunctions. Which intervention is MOST appropriate at this time? 

A nurse teaches a client diagnosed with Cushing disease. Which dietary requirements would the nurse include in this client’s health teaching? (Select all that apply.)