A client is receiving anesthesia and is being inducted just before an operation. The most appropriate action by the nurse at this time is to
a. apply wrist and leg restraints to ensure client safety.
b. begin counting supplies with the surgical technician or scrub nurse.
c. ensure all conversation in the operating room is appropriate.
d. monitor the client for agitation and struggling.
C
During the induction phase of anesthesia, the last sense to be depressed is hearing. The nurse acting as the client's advocate will ensure that the room is quiet and all conversation is appropri-ate during this phase and throughout the operation.
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