A client is transported to the surgical suite and is greeted by the circulating nurse. What responsibilities will this nurse have when caring for the client? (Select all that apply.)
1. Positions the client
2. Prepares the surgical suite
3. Counts all instruments and sponges
4. Advocates for the client's safety and well-being
5. Handles sutures and instruments adjacent to the sterile field
Answer: 1, 2, 3, 4
1. The circulating nurse is a registered nurse who coordinates and manages a wide range of activities before, during, and after the surgical procedure. The circulating nurse positions the client.
2. The circulating nurse is a registered nurse who coordinates and manages a wide range of activities before, during, and after the surgical procedure. The circulating nurse prepares the surgical suite.
3. The circulating nurse is a registered nurse who coordinates and manages a wide range of activities before, during, and after the surgical procedure. The circulating nurse counts all sponges and instruments.
4. The circulating nurse is a registered nurse who coordinates and manages a wide range of activities before, during, and after the surgical procedure. The circulating nurse advocates for the safety and well-being of the patient.
5. The scrub nurse handles sutures and instruments adjacent to the sterile field.
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