On Mr Hooper's arrival to the operating suite, what checks are you required to do, and why?
You are working as anaesthetic nurse and note that the first patient on the list is Mr Hooper, 70 years old, who is undergoing a laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
What will be an ideal response?
Answer:
Identify the patient following local protocol and standards.
Ensure correct documentation such as consent and preop anaesthetic consultation, clinical handover from ward nursing staff and preoperative patient checklist.
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