A Client Is Having Epidural Anesthesia for Knee Replacement Surgery

question 19

Multiple Choice

A client is having epidural anesthesia for knee replacement surgery.Which action by the nurse is the priority during this surgery?

• A) Provide emotional support for the client.
• B) Position the client comfortably and safely.
• C) Stay with the client until sedation is effective.
• D) Teach the client cough and deep-breathing exercises.

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Definitions:

Coase Theorem

Suggests that if property rights are clearly defined and transaction costs are low, parties will negotiate to solve externalities on their own.

Externalities

Costs or benefits that affect a party who did not choose to incur that cost or benefit, often leading to market failures.

Private Sector

The part of the economy that is run by individuals and companies for profit and is not state controlled.

Transaction Costs

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