Which Is an Advantage of a Preoperative Visit from a Nurse

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which is an advantage of a preoperative visit from a nurse to a patient prior to surgery?

• A) It allows a nurse to improve his or her interviewing skills.
• B) It individualizes care and can prevent needless delays the day of surgery.
• C) It is cost effective to send nurses in to see patients before surgery.
• D) It allows the nurse to avoid making a preoperative phone call.

Recognize how societal changes and shifts in medical understanding influence health definitions and treatment approaches.

Appreciate the significance of preventive healthcare measures, including exercise and a balanced diet.

Identify social determinants of health, including lifestyle choices and environmental factors.

Analyze how historical events and societal structures have influenced health trends and life expectancy.

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Definitions:

Premature

Occurring or done before the usual or expected time, often referring to actions or events that happen earlier than anticipated.

Scrotum

A pouch of skin containing the testicles and part of the spermatic cord, providing a cooler environment essential for sperm production.

Vasectomy

A surgical procedure for male sterilization or permanent contraception, involving the cutting and sealing of part of each vas deferens.

Sperm

Male reproductive cells capable of fertilizing a female's egg.