Excision of the Submandibular Gland Is Performed to Remove Mixed

question 9

Multiple Choice

Excision of the submandibular gland is performed to remove mixed tumors and calculi associated with extensive chronic inflammation.The submandibular gland lies in close proximity to several important nerves and vessels.Of the following,what is the highest priority perioperative nursing action related to submandibular surgery?

• A) Provide the scrub person with a bipolar electrosurgical unit (ESU).
• B) Provide the scrub person with a nerve stimulator.
• C) Avoid local anesthetics on the sterile field if identification of major nerves will take place.
• D) Provide the anesthesia provider with an intraoperative nerve monitoring system.