A Patient Is Admitted After a Femorotibial Bypass Graft

question 9

Multiple Choice

A patient is admitted after a femorotibial bypass graft.What nursing action is critical in the immediate postoperative period?

• A) Frequent assessment of the skin
• B) Hourly assessment of intake and output
• C) Monitoring for ST segment changes
• D) Frequent pulse checks to the affected limb

Comprehend the sequential steps of skill development in nutrition counseling and their importance.

Identify appropriate responses and intents in counseling, such as acknowledging, exploring, and challenging.

Understand how to use reflecting and self-disclosing responses effectively in counseling.

Recognize the impact of cultural influences on communication and counseling.

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Definitions:

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter important in reward, motivation, and motor control, often linked to pleasure and addiction.

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another neuron or to a target cell.

Amphetamine

A potent central nervous system stimulant that is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), narcolepsy, and for weight loss, but can also be abused as a recreational drug.

Tranquilizers

Medications used to reduce tension or anxiety, often by depressing the central nervous system.