The Postoperative Observation That Must Be Reported to the Physician

question 15

Multiple Choice

The postoperative observation that must be reported to the physician immediately is:

• A) Brownish-red drainage on the dressing, which is damp
• B) Respirations of 20 breaths/min
• C) Pulse of 72 beats/min
• D) Bright-red bleeding

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Definitions:

CNS

Central Nervous System, which includes the brain and spinal cord.

Sundowning

A phenomenon commonly observed in people with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, characterized by increased confusion, agitation, and restlessness during the late afternoon and evening.

Cerebrovascular Accident

Also known as a stroke, it's a sudden interruption of blood supply to a part of the brain, causing loss of neurological function.

Chorea

A neurological disorder characterized by jerky, involuntary movements affecting the face, feet, and hands.