The Nurse Is Working with Postoperative Clients on a Surgical

question 8

Multiple Choice

The nurse is working with postoperative clients on a surgical unit.One aspect of care is manipulation of the client's environment.What does this involve on the part of the nurse?

• A) Delegating ambulation of clients to the unregulated care provider
• B) Providing pain medication to the client before a dressing change
• C) Maintaining client privacy during procedures
• D) Repositioning the client every two hours

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Definitions:

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lacking foresight or perspective; making decisions based on immediate rather than long-term outcomes.

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Pertaining to the structure and functioning of an organization, including its systems, processes, and dynamics.

Management

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