Question

31 of 50 the nurse is assigned to care for a client who has returned to the nursing unit following a left nephrectomy. the nurse places the highest priority on monitoring which data? answer options 1 hourly urine output 2 oxygen saturation levels 3 ability to turn side to side 4 tolerance for sips of clear liquids rationale, strategy, reference, tip

Explanation:

The kidneys are responsible for urine - production. After a nephrectomy (removal of a kidney), monitoring hourly urine output is crucial as it can indicate the function of the remaining kidney and potential complications like obstruction or poor perfusion. Oxygen saturation levels are important but not the highest priority post - nephrectomy. The ability to turn side to side and tolerance for sips of clear liquids are also of importance but secondary to kidney function assessment via urine output.

Answer:

1. Hourly urine output