A Breast Biopsy,performed After the Patient Has Received a Local

question 6

Multiple Choice

A breast biopsy,performed after the patient has received a local anesthetic,will require adjunct sedation and monitoring equipment.What relevant considerations should the nurse note during the preoperative assessment?

• A) Skin assessment
• B) Allergies
• C) ASA physiologic status
• D) Risks for injury

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