The nurse understands it is important to promote adequate tissue perfusion following cardiac surgery. Which of the following measures should the nurse complete to prevent deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and possible pulmonary embolism (PE) development? Select all that apply. a) Encourage the crossing of the legs. b) Avoid elevating the knees on the bed. c) Initiate passive exercises. d) Place pillows in the popliteal space. e) Apply antiembolism stockings.

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The nurse understands it is important to promote adequate tissue perfusion following cardiac surgery. Which of the following measures should the nurse complete to prevent deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and possible pulmonary embolism (PE) development? Select all that apply.

a) Encourage the crossing of the legs.
b) Avoid elevating the knees on the bed.
c) Initiate passive exercises.
d) Place pillows in the popliteal space.
e) Apply antiembolism stockings.

 
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Age-related changes associated with the cardiac system include which of the following? Select all that apply. a) Increased size of the left atrium b) Endocardial fibrosis c) Myocardial thinning d) Increase in the number of SA node cells

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Age-related changes associated with the cardiac system include which of the following? Select all that apply.

a) Increased size of the left atrium
b) Endocardial fibrosis
c) Myocardial thinning
d) Increase in the number of SA node cells

 
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The purpose of postoperative leg exercises is to: 1. Maintain muscle tone 2. Promote venous return 3. Assess range of motion 4. Exercise fatigued muscles

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The purpose of postoperative leg exercises is to:
1. Maintain muscle tone
2. Promote venous return
3. Assess range of motion
4. Exercise fatigued muscles

 
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A postanesthesia care unit (PACU) nurse is caring for a patient with the following assessment data: pale, cool, moist skin; thready pulse of 122; blood pressure 78/60; urine output of 25 mL/h; temperature 99.2°F. What interventions by the nurse are appropriate? Select all that apply. a) Apply oxygen per orders. b) Frequently monitor neurological status. c) Maintain a patent airway. d) Raise the head of the bed 30 degrees. e) Apply a warming blanket. f) Administer blood products per orders.

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A postanesthesia care unit (PACU) nurse is caring for a patient with the following assessment data: pale, cool, moist skin; thready pulse of 122; blood pressure 78/60; urine output of 25 mL/h; temperature 99.2°F. What interventions by the nurse are appropriate? Select all that apply.

a) Apply oxygen per orders.
b) Frequently monitor neurological status.
c) Maintain a patent airway.
d) Raise the head of the bed 30 degrees.
e) Apply a warming blanket.
f) Administer blood products per orders.

 
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