After Reviewing the Laboratory Results and Assessing the Patient,the Perioperative

question 13

Multiple Choice

After reviewing the laboratory results and assessing the patient,the perioperative nurse determines that the patient's nursing diagnosis is impaired gas exchange related to surgical intervention.Select the appropriate nursing intervention that is related to assisting the patient to experience adequate gas exchange during the surgical procedure.

• A) Decrease surgical time by anticipating needs of the patient and surgical team.
• B) Collaborate in positioning the patient to provide access to the endotracheal tube, enable efficient ventilatory function, and prevent injury.
• C) Obtain chest X-ray films for the intraoperative period.
• D) Consult with the surgeon, requesting an order to repeat the laboratory test.

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