The family asks the nurse about the outcome of the patient's surgery. The nurse's best response is:
A) "The patient is still asleep in the postanesthesia care unit."
B) "The patient will be coming to the floor and you will be able to see him. I am sure everything went well."
C) "The patient is in pain and will be medicated after she returns. I will get a report from the doctor and tell you everything."
D) "The physician will tell you about the patient and surgical procedure as soon as she is able."
Ans: D
Feedback: When the patient returns to the room, the nurse provides explanations regarding the frequent postoperative observations that will be made. However, it is the responsibility of the surgeon, not the nurse, to relay the surgical findings and the prognosis, even when the findings are favorable. The family has asked the outcome of the surgery and this is not within the nurse's expertise.
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