A Nurse Cares for a Client Who Is Scheduled for the Surgical

question 7

Multiple Choice

A nurse cares for a client who is scheduled for the surgical creation of an ileal conduit.The client states,"I am anxious about having an ileal conduit.What is it like to have this drainage tube?" How should the nurse respond?

• A) "I will ask the provider to prescribe you an antianxiety medication."
• B) "Would you like to discuss the procedure with your doctor once more?"
• C) "I think it would be nice to not have to worry about finding a bathroom."
• D) "Would you like to speak with someone who has an ileal conduit?"

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Definitions:

Endotracheal Tube

A flexible tube inserted through the mouth or nose into the trachea to establish an airway for the administration of anesthesia or mechanical ventilation.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

An emergency procedure combining chest compressions with artificial ventilation to manually preserve brain function until further measures to restore spontaneous blood circulation and breathing in a person who is in cardiac arrest.

Do-not-resuscitate Order

A legal document signed by a patient or healthcare proxy indicating that no resuscitative efforts should be made in the event of cardiac or respiratory arrest.

Cardiac/Respiratory Arrest Team

A group of healthcare professionals skilled in the immediate response and treatment of individuals experiencing cardiac or respiratory failure.