Which of the Following Assessments of a Client Transferred to the Post-Anesthesia

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following assessments of a client transferred to the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) from the operating room would NOT necessarily indicate a postoperative complication to the nurse?

• A)acute inspiratory stridor with sternal retractions
• B)labored chest movement
• C)snoring
• D)peripheral cyanosis

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Definitions:

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Consciousness Level

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Illumination designed specifically for stairways, enhancing visibility and safety.

Grab Bars

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