The Nurse Is Assisting in the Preparation of Patients for Surgery.Which

question 21

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assisting in the preparation of patients for surgery.Which patient should the nurse recognize as being in the best condition for surgery and at lower risk for complications?

• A) A 66-year-old patient who is obese
• B) A 55-year-old patient who is a marathon runner
• C) A 23-year-old patient 30 pounds less than ideal weight
• D) A 40-year-old patient who plans to quit smoking after surgery

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