Question

A nurse is caring for a 77-year-old, hearing-impaired, client immediately post-operative total hip arthroplasty. The nurse starts discussing post-operative care with the client. The client becomes increasingly agitated with the nurse. Which intervention should the nurse perform?

Accepted Answer

Assist the client in obtaining and wearing her hearing aids.

Answer

Reassure the client that decreased hearing is a common side effect of anesthesia.

Answer

Notify the provider.

Answer

Give the client more pain medication.

Question 4 - Reduction of Risk Potential Practice Test for the NCLEX-RN Exam