Question

The intensive care nurse is caring for a patient immediately postoperative transcatheter aortic valve replacement. The patient becomes restless and attempts to roll over to get out of bed. What is the *priority* nursing action?

Accepted Answer

Redirect the patient to a flat position in bed.

Answer

Assist the patient to a sitting position.

Answer

Prepare the patient for early intervention ambulation.

Answer

Administer sedative medication to subdue the patient.

Question 23 - Cardiovascular Practice Test for the CCRN