Which of the Following Client Outcomes Is Most Therapeutic for a Preoperative

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following client outcomes is most therapeutic for a preoperative client with a nursing diagnosis of deficient knowledge regarding preoperative requirements related to lack of exposure to information?

• A) Client will share the preoperative routines of surgical care with family to facilitate compliance.
• B) Client will understand the preoperative routines of surgical care before leaving provider's office.
• C) Client will call laboratory to schedule appointment for preoperative blood draw for required testing.
• D) Client will present for drawing of preoperative laboratory blood at least 48 hours before scheduled surgery.

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