A Patient Undergoing Preadmission Testing Before Same Day Surgery Asks

question 9

Multiple Choice

A patient undergoing preadmission testing before same day surgery asks how long he will remain in the recovery area before being allowed to go home. The nurse's most informative response would be:

• A) 30 to 60 minutes.
• B) 2 to 6 hours.
• C) 5 to 6 hours.
• D) 6 to 8 hours.

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