Which Data Identified During the Preoperative Assessment Alerts the Nurse

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which data identified during the preoperative assessment alerts the nurse that special protection techniques should be implemented during surgery?

• A)Stated allergy to cats and dogs
• B)History of spinal and hip arthritis
• C)Verbalization of anxiety by the patient
• D)Having a sip of water 3 hours previously

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Definitions:

Prenatal Viral Exposure

Exposure to a virus in the womb during pregnancy, which can potentially lead to developmental disorders or health issues in the baby.

Schizophrenia

A serious psychological condition marked by disturbances in thinking, sensing, feeling, and relating to others.

Brain Abnormalities

Structural or functional deviations in the brain that can contribute to neurological and psychiatric conditions.

Early Viral Exposure

Encounter with a virus at an early age, which could influence immune system development and potentially affect health outcomes later in life.