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NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING

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A nurse is changing the dressing of a client who is 1 week postoperative following abdominal surgery and notes the presence of serosanguineous drainage. The nurse will recognize that this is an indication of which cirumstance?
A
Serosanguineous drainage at this time is expected after abdominal surgery.
B
Serosanguineous drainage at this time is a manifestation of possible dehiscence.
C
Serosanguineous drainage at this time is a manifestation of hemorrhage.
D
Serosanguineous drainage at this time is a manifestation of infection.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Most surgical wound infections show up within the first 30 days after surgery. Surgical wound infections may have pus draining from them and can be red, painful or hot to touch.

Detailed explanation-2: -Signs of infection, like fever and chills. Redness, swelling, pain, bleeding, or any discharge from the surgical site.

Detailed explanation-3: -The most common, preventable complication of abdominal surgery is: atelectasis.

Detailed explanation-4: -Nursing interventions that are required in postoperative care include prompt pain control, assessment of the surgical site and drainage tubes, monitoring the rate and patency of IV fluids and IV access, and assessing the patient’s level of sensation, circulation, and safety.

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