Practice Question
A charge nurse on an obstetrical unit is preparing the shift assignment. Which of the following clients should be assigned to an RN who has floated from a medical-surgical unit?
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Correct Answer:
A primigravida client who is 1 day postoperative following a Cesarean section and has a PCA pump
Rationale:
◼A nurse floating from a medical-surgical unit should be assigned to stable clients with predictable care needs, preferably with conditions similar to those on a med-surg unit.
◼A postoperative Cesarean client with a PCA pump represents a situation that closely resembles surgical recovery patients on medical-surgical floors.
◼This client is likely to need pain management and postoperative monitoring, both of which fall within the skill set of a med-surg nurse.
◼Clients in labor, with gestational complications, or at risk for preterm labor require specialized obstetrical training and experience.
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This question is from RN Leadership 2023 Exam 3 which contains 52 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Leadership & Management
- Answer Choices: 4