1. 1 Mosby items and derived items © 2011, 2007 by Mosby, Inc., an affiliate of Elsevier, Inc. Nursing Management: Preoperative Care Chapter 18

2. 2 Mosby items and derived items © 2011, 2007 by Mosby, Inc., an affiliate of Elsevier, Inc. 1.A 68-year-old scheduled for a herniorrhaphy at an ambulatory surgical center expresses concern that he will not have enough care at home and asks if he can stay in the hospital after the surgery. The best response by the nurse is, 1.“Who is available to help you at home after the surgery?” 2.“I’m sure you will be able to manage at home after surgery. It is a simple procedure.” 3.“We will teach you everything you need to know to be able to care for yourself after surgery.” 4.“Your health insurance will pay for inpatient care only if complications develop during surgery.”

3. 3 Mosby items and derived items © 2011, 2007 by Mosby, Inc., an affiliate of Elsevier, Inc. 2.Preoperative instruction that is appropriate for all patients includes 1.techniques of deep breathing and coughing. 2.descriptions of the planned surgical procedure. 3.physical procedures or preparation required before surgery. 4.withholding of all oral fluids or food after midnight on the day of surgery.