A client is awaiting bariatric surgery in the morning. What action by the nurse is most important?
a. Answering questions the client has about surgery
b. Beginning venous thromboembolism prophylaxis
c. Informing the client that he or she will be out of bed tomorrow
d. Teaching the client about needed dietary changes
ANS: B
Morbidly obese clients are at high risk of venous thromboembolism and should be started on a regimen to prevent this from occurring as a priority. Answering questions about the surgery is done by the surgeon. Teaching is important, but safety comes first.
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