Which data identified during the perioperative assessment alert the nurse that special protection techniques should be implemented during surgery?
a. Stated allergy to cats and dogs
b. History of spinal and hip arthritis
c. Verbalization of anxiety by the patient
d. Having a sip of water 3 hours previously
ANS: B
The patient with arthritis may require special positioning to avoid injury and postoperative discomfort. Preoperative anxiety (unless severe) and having a sip of water 3 hours before surgery are not contraindications to having surgery. An allergy to cats and dogs will not impact the care needed during the intraoperative phase.
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