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The nurse in the operating room is preparing a client for a surgical procedure.What action will the nurse take to prepare the client's skin? Select all that apply.
A) Remove the hair
B) Cleanse the surgical site
C) Apply a transparent dressing
D) Apply a water-based lubricant
E) Assess the skin for rashes or areas of breakdown
Surgical Site
A surgical site is the area of the body where a surgical procedure is performed, and it requires care to prevent infection.
Transparent Dressing
A clear, adhesive dressing that protects wounds and allows visual assessment without removing the dressing.
Water-Based Lubricant
A lubricating substance that is water-soluble and used to reduce friction between surfaces, often in medical or personal contexts.
- Discern the roles and obligations of nursing professionals during the perioperative care process.
- Implement understanding of patient placement and security protocols in surgical practices.
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Learning Objectives
- Discern the roles and obligations of nursing professionals during the perioperative care process.
- Implement understanding of patient placement and security protocols in surgical practices.
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