While the Patient Is in the Operating Room (OR)and the OR Team

question 9

Multiple Choice

While the patient is in the operating room (OR) and the OR team is gowned and gloved,the nurse recommends completion of a safety checklist.The nurse understands that the checklist verifies which of the following?

• A)Patient identity
• B)Patient allergies
• C)Accurate marking of surgical site
• D)Patient cultural preferences
• E)Questions posed by the patient

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