A Patient Who Has Returned to the Surgical Nursing Unit

question 16

Multiple Choice

A patient who has returned to the surgical nursing unit from the postanesthesia care unit (PACU) is drowsy and requires verbal stimulation to remain aroused. The best position to maintain an airway for this patient is:

• A) supine.
• B) side lying.
• C) head of bed at 30 degrees with head and neck midline.
• D) head of bed at 45 degrees with head and neck midline.

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Definitions:

Bariatric Patient

An individual who is extremely overweight or obese, often involving medical intervention or surgery geared towards weight loss.

Chlorhexidine Gluconate

An antimicrobial agent commonly used for skin disinfection before surgery or to clean wounds.

Skin Folds

Creases or wrinkles on the skin, often used as locations for measuring body fat percentage or as sites prone to irritation.

Perineal Care

Hygienic practices aimed at cleaning the genital and anal areas to prevent infection, often important in patient healthcare.