A patient is scheduled for surgery the next day and the different phases of the patient's surgical experience will require input from members of numerous health disciplines. How should the patient's care best be coordinated?
A) By planning care using a surgical approach
B) By identifying the professional with the most knowledge of the patient
C) By implementing an interdisciplinary approach to care
D) By using the nursing process to guide all aspects of care and treatment
Ans: C
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An interdisciplinary approach involving the surgeon, anesthesiologist or anesthetist, and nurse is best. This is superior to each of the other listed options.
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