Which Actions Will the Nurse Include in the Surgical Time-Out

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which actions will the nurse include in the surgical time-out procedure before surgery ?

• A)Check for patency of IV lines.
• B)Have the surgeon identify the patient.
• C)Have the patient state name and date of birth.
• D)Verify the patient identification band number.
• E)Ask the patient to state the surgical procedure.

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