Preoperative assessment data that should be reported to the surgeon include
a. complaining of mild anxiety.
b. having a sore throat.
c. potassium level within normal range.
d. using acetaminophen for headaches.
B
Any pre-existing infection can adversely affect surgical outcome and should be reported preope-ratively. Manifestations of infection include coughing, sore throat, and increased temperature. An elective procedure might need to be canceled because of an infection.
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The LPN/LVN can assist in the evidence based practice by participating in a ______ step process Standard Text:
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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