In Planning Preoperative Teaching for a Patient Undergoing a Roux-En-Y

question 17

Multiple Choice

In planning preoperative teaching for a patient undergoing a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass as treatment for morbid obesity, the nurse places the highest priority on

• A) demonstrating passive range-of-motion exercises to the legs.
• B) teaching the patient about the postoperative presence of a NG tube connected to suction.
• C) teaching the patient proper coughing and deep-breathing techniques and methods of turning and positioning.
• D) discussing the necessary postoperative modifications in lifestyle.

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Definitions:

Soma

The cell body of a neuron, containing the nucleus and metabolic machinery necessary for cell maintenance and function.

Intercalated Discs

Intercalated discs are specialized connections between cardiac muscle cells that facilitate the synchronized contraction of the heart.

Cardiac

Pertaining to the heart, its function, or its diseases.

Muscle Cells

Specialized cells designed to contract and cause movement; can be classified as skeletal, cardiac, or smooth muscle cells.