Prior to a patient's scheduled surgery, the nurse has described the way that members of diverse health disciplines will collaborate in the patient's care. What is the main rationale for organizing perioperative care in this collaborative manner?
A) Historical precedence
B) Patient requests
C) Physicians' needs
D) Evidence-based practice
Ans: D
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Collaboration of the surgical team using evidence-based practice tailored to a specific case results in optimal patient care and improved outcomes. None of the other listed factors is the basis for the collaboration of the surgical team.
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