A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has lung cancer and is scheduled for a lobectomy. The nurse should instruct the client to expect the use of which of the following equipment postoperatively?

Continuous passive motion (CPM) machine

A chest tube

A three-way urethral catheter

Electroencephalography (EEG) monitoring wires

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.   Continuous passive motion (CPM) machines are typically used after joint surgeries, not thoracic surgeries.
B.   A chest tube is often used postoperatively after a lobectomy to drain excess air, fluid, or blood from the pleural space.
C.   A three-way urethral catheter may be used for urinary drainage, but it is not specific to thoracic surgery.
D.   Electroencephalography (EEG) monitoring wires are used for monitoring brain activity and are not typically used in the postoperative care of a client following a lobectomy.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Fever is not a common side effect of allopurinol.
B. Allopurinol is usually taken with food to minimize gastrointestinal upset.
C. If a rash develops, the client should stop taking allopurinol and notify their healthcare provider rather than self-medicating with an antihistamine.
D. Drinking an adequate amount of water helps prevent kidney stones, a potential side effect of allopurinol.

A. More difficulty seeing due to a greater sensitivity to glare B. Decreased systolic blood pressure C. Decreased bladder capacity D. Decreased cough reflex E. Dehydration of intervertebral discs

Correct Answer is ["A","B","C","D","E"]

Explanation

A. Age-related changes can cause difficulty seeing, particularly with glare sensitivity.
B. Systolic blood pressure tends to decrease with age.
C. Bladder capacity decreases with age, leading to increased frequency of urination.
D. The cough reflex weakens with age, increasing the risk of aspiration.
E. Intervertebral discs can become dehydrated with age, contributing to a loss of height and increased risk of disc herniation.

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A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has lung cancer and is scheduled for a lobectomy. The nurse should instruct the client to expect the use of which of the following equipment postoperatively?

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