When the nurse brings a client's preoperative medications, the client responds, "I don't need that. I had a good night's sleep last night." What is the nurse's best response?
a. "The doctor ordered this medication so you should take it."
b. "I will make a note that you refused to take the medication."
c. "I will ask your surgeon if you have to take the medication."
d. "Let me teach you about your medications for surgery."
D
Preoperative medications can include sedatives but are often given to prevent laryngospasm and to help reduce pharyngeal and gastric secretions. The client must be fully aware of the rationale for all medications and the risks of not taking them.
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