A client admitted for surgery is to receive general anesthesia. Prior to administering the prescribed preanesthetic, which of the following would the nurse do?
A) Review the client's surgical and anesthesia records.
B) Position the client to prevent aspiration of vomitus and secretions.
C) Check the chart for any abnormal laboratory test results.
D) Check the airway for patency and assess the respiratory status.
Ans: C
Feedback:
Before surgery and administering the preanesthetic, the nurse should check the client's chart for any abnormal laboratory test results. Reviewing the client's surgical and anesthesia records, positioning the client to prevent aspiration of vomitus and secretions, checking the airway for patency, and assessing the respiratory status are the postoperative responsibilities of the nurse.
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