Establishing a patient's preoperative baseline is very important because it can alert the caregiver to any physiologic changes
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
ANS: T
Establishing a baseline enables caregivers to take the valuable preoperative information and monitor the patient for any changes. It also helps in planning postoperative care.
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