Which of the Following Data Obtained During the Perioperative Nurse's

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following data obtained during the perioperative nurse's assessment of an older patient in the preoperative holding area would indicate a need for special protection techniques during surgery?

• A) A history of spinal and hip arthritis
• B) Verbalization of anxiety by the patient
• C) The patient asking about the details of the surgical procedure
• D) An 8-mm Hg increase in systolic blood pressure from the time of hospital admission

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