A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled to undergo a mastectomy. Which of the following major tasks does the nurse perform immediately during the preoperative period?
A) Explain the potential risks and benefits to the client
B) Order preoperative medications to be given
C) Conduct a comprehensive nursing assessment
D) Inquire about autologous blood donation
C
Feedback:
During the immediate preoperative period, the nurse conducts a nursing assessment. Explaining risks and benefits as well as ordering preoperative medications are the responsibilities of the physician. Blood donation should be explored well in advance, not in the immediate preoperative period.
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