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What is the main purpose of the preoperative phase?
What is the main purpose of the preoperative phase?
- Transfer the patient to the operating room bed
- Conduct immediate preoperative assessment
- Review diagnostic studies
- Prepare the patient psychologically for surgery (correct)
When does the preoperative phase end?
When does the preoperative phase end?
- After the immediate preoperative assessment is completed
- When the patient is transferred to the operating room bed (correct)
- After the patient is admitted to the surgical facility
- When the patient decides to have the surgery
What must be obtained from the client or legal guardian prior to any surgical procedure?
What must be obtained from the client or legal guardian prior to any surgical procedure?
- Postoperative plan
- Informed consent (correct)
- Second opinion
- Insurance approval
What type of surgery may result in a lengthy preoperative period?
What type of surgery may result in a lengthy preoperative period?
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What activities are nurses primarily engaged in during the preoperative phase?
What activities are nurses primarily engaged in during the preoperative phase?
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What is the primary responsibility of the surgeon in relation to obtaining informed consent?
What is the primary responsibility of the surgeon in relation to obtaining informed consent?
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In the context of obtaining informed consent, what role does the nurse play?
In the context of obtaining informed consent, what role does the nurse play?
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Why might a nurse contact the surgeon before a surgery proceeds in relation to informed consent?
Why might a nurse contact the surgeon before a surgery proceeds in relation to informed consent?
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Informed consent cannot be given by a minor because:
Informed consent cannot be given by a minor because:
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What aspect of preoperative preparation is highlighted as essential to ensure client safety?
What aspect of preoperative preparation is highlighted as essential to ensure client safety?
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