The nurse is providing care for a patient who is postoperative for a transsphenoidal surgery for the removal of a pituitary tumor. Which nursing care is inappropriate in the postsurgical period?
A) Promote use of spirometer and deep breathing.
B) Change nasal packing and moustache dressing.
C) Obtain and report results of urine specific gravity.
D) Monitor for signs of cerebrospinal fluid drainage.
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Q9: The nurse is monitoring the effects of
Q10: A patient who is 1 day postoperative
Q11: The licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)
Q12: The nurse is providing care for a
Q13: The nurse is monitoring a patient admitted
Q15: The nurse is providing care for a
Q16: The nurse is assigned to provide care
Q17: The nurse is contributing to the plan
Q18: The LPN/LVN is monitoring a patient with
Q19: The nurse is reviewing information with a
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