When does the postoperative phase of perioperative nursing end?
A) When the patient is returned to her room after surgery
B) When a follow-up evaluation in the clinical setting or home setting is done
C) When the patient is discharged home
D) When the family becomes responsible for the patient's care
Ans: B
Feedback: The postoperative phase begins with the admission of the patient to the PACU and ends with a follow-up evaluation in the clinical setting or home. This makes options A, C, and D incorrect.
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