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What is the purpose of the preoperative assessment?
What is the purpose of the preoperative assessment?
- To administer emergency procedures and assess emotional state
- To schedule the surgery and arrange postoperative support
- To establish baseline data for postoperative teaching
- To obtain health information and clarify information on the procedure (correct)
What is the most important aspect of establishing baseline data during the nursing assessment?
What is the most important aspect of establishing baseline data during the nursing assessment?
- Recording the patient's neurological status (correct)
- Assessing the patient's psychological status
- Documenting and communicating the patient's preferences
- Identifying medications and herbs taken by the patient
What is one of the goals of the nursing assessment related to the patient's medications and herbs?
What is one of the goals of the nursing assessment related to the patient's medications and herbs?
- Administer the necessary preoperative medications
- Document and communicate the medications and herbs that may affect surgical outcome (correct)
- Identify the patient's preferred method of pain management
- Ensure the patient understands the discharge plan
What is the primary purpose of helping patients and families know what to expect before elective surgery?
What is the primary purpose of helping patients and families know what to expect before elective surgery?
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What is the main reason for identifying, documenting, and communicating the patient's preferences during the nursing assessment?
What is the main reason for identifying, documenting, and communicating the patient's preferences during the nursing assessment?
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