Final For Adult Health - Introduction To Medical-Surgical Nursing Practice Answers

Chapter 1: Introduction to Medical-Surgical Nursing Practice1. A new nurse is working with a preceptor on an inpatient medical-surgical unit.The preceptor advises the student that which is the priority when working as a professional nurse?a. Attending to holistic client needsb. Ensuring client safetyc. Not making medication errorsd. Providing client-focused careANS: B2. A nurse is orienting a new client and family to the inpatient unit. What information does the nurse provide to help the client promote his or her own safety?a. Encourage the client and family to be active partners.b. Have the client monitor hand hygiene in caregivers.c. Offer the family the opportunity to stay with the client.d. Tell the client to always wear his or her armband.ANS: A3. A nurse is caring for a postoperative client on the surgical unit. The clients blood pressure was 142/76 mm Hg 30 minutes ago, and now is 88/50 mm Hg. What action by the nurse is best?a. Call the Rapid Response Team.b. Document and continue to monitor.c. Notify the primary care provider.d. Repeat blood pressure measurement in 15 minutes.ANS: A4. A nurse wishes to provide client-centered care in all interactions. Which actionby the nurse best demonstrates this concept?a. Assesses for cultural influences affecting