A client is receiving preoperative teaching. Which of the following can the client reasonably anticipate that the preoperative nurse will provide?
1. Teaching regarding pain control in the postanesthesia recovery room (PACU)
2. Teaching regarding the type of IV pump the client will have if he or she is discharged to home health
3. Teaching regarding client medications upon discharge
4. Teaching regarding the call lights and bed controls for the medical surgical unit
Teaching regarding pain control in the postanesthesia recovery room (PACU)
Rationale: Preoperative teaching will include a discussion regarding potential pain control in the postanesthesia recovery room (PACU). Discussions regarding the IV pump for home use will be done by the home health nurse. The medical?surgical nurse will do the final medication teaching upon discharge. The call light and bed controls will be different for the beds in the surgical areas and thus are discussed when the client reaches the medical?surgical unit.
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