The nurse is preparing to discharge a patient after having outpatient surgery. Which criteria should the nurse use to determine whether the patient is eligible to be discharged?
Select all that apply.
1. stable vital signs
2. no nausea or dizziness
3. pain controlled
4. adequate urine output
5. patient's expressed readiness to go home
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Following outpatient surgery, the patient will be discharged after meeting the institution's criteria, which typically include tolerance of fluids or food, stable vital signs, absence of nausea or dizziness, pain control, adequate urine output, as well as patient being oriented and demonstrating understanding of postoperative instructions. The patient's expressing readiness to go home is not a criterion that would make him or her eligible for discharge after outpatient surgery.
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