During an electrocardiogram, the patient should anticipate that:
a. chest pain may occur.
b. the electrode sites will be cleaned with alcohol.
c. talking and moving around will be allowed.
d. the electrodes are attached with ties or rubber straps.
Question 2For an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, a nurse should:
a. remove the patient's dentures.
b. suction the patient every 5 minutes.
c. place the patient in high-Fowler's position.
d. provide fluids immediately after the test is finished.
Question 3The goal of prophylactic antibiotic therapy is to protect the patient from infection with as little risk as possible. To achieve this goal, the nurse recognizes that antibiotics should be administered when they will be most beneficial.
When would that be?
a. Twenty-four hours before surgery
b. For 2 weeks after surgery
c. For no longer than 24 hours after surgery
d. When signs of infection first appear
Question 4A single-lumen catheter that is inserted into the bladder through the urethra only to empty the bladder and then is removed is known as a _______________ catheter.
Fill in the blanks with correct word
Question 5A patient who is a candidate for an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy has:
a. been NPO for 8 hours.
b. evident respiratory distress.
c. active gastrointestinal bleeding.
d. an esophageal diverticulum.
Quick Reply
