Surgical Care
The nurse is preparing a patient for surgery. which of the following actions is the most important for the nurse to take before the patient enters the operating room.
What is verify the patient's identity and the surgical procedure.
A patient scheduled for elective surgery asks the nurse about the purpose of the preoperative fasting (NPO) order. What is the best response by the nurse?
B) It reduces the risk of aspiration during anesthesia.
During the preoperative assessment, the patient informs the nurse of a history of allergic reactions to latex. What should the nurse do next?
What is notify the surgical team and ensure latex-free supplies are available.
Commonly used for temporary intraperitoneal chemotherapy
Hickman
The patient expresses anxiety about undergoing surgery. Which nursing intervention is appropriate to help alleviate the patient's anxiety?
Provide information about the surgical procedure and what to expect.
Alopecia
What is a potential side effect of chemotherapy on rapidly proliferating cells?
Name and date of birth, procedure, and surgical site
Elements of time out