Multiple Choice
A patient becomes restless and agitated while beginning to regain consciousness in the PACU, and the SpO2 is 88%. The nurse should first
A) suction the patient's mouth and throat to clear the airway.
B) check the nasogastric (NG) tube patency to prevent aspiration of gastric contents.
C) listen to the lung sounds to assess for wheezes or congestion.
D) ask the patient to breathe deeply to open the alveoli.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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