The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Has Had

question 18

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient who has had spinal anesthesia.The nurse correctly questions which of the following orders?

• A)Patient to lie flat for 6 to 8 hours.
• B)Resume diet as tolerated.
• C)Use incentive spirometer every hour while awake.
• D)Notify physician immediately if headache occurs.

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