​Be Sure to Cover All Points When Scheduling a Patient

question 24

Multiple Choice

​Be sure to cover all points when scheduling a patient for a minor surgical procedure.Match the information provided to the patient to whether it is given at the time of scheduling the appointment or when the patient arrives for the appointment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
-​Advise patient of the amount of time to fast as instructed by provider if applicable

• A)​when scheduling the appointment
• B)​when the patient arrives for the appointment

---

Definitions:

Neural Signals

Electrical impulses transmitted through neurons, facilitating communication within the nervous system.

Excitatory

Referring to neurons or substances that increase the likelihood of a neuron firing, thus promoting neural activity.

Inhibitory

Describes something that restrains, blocks, or suppresses a specific action, process, or reaction in biological or chemical systems.

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involved in basic emotions such as fear and pleasure, and drives such as hunger and sex.