Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Practice
A nurse who receives a patient in the operative suite prior to the actual surgery is in charge of the patient's care. Which of the following is NOT a task related to the nurse's intraoperative care?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A. Going over the surgical procedure with the patient is typically done preoperatively, not intraoperatively. Intraoperative tasks of a nurse involve strictly adhering to asepsis during procedures, monitoring the patient's physical status, and providing emotional support to the patient and their family during the surgery. Choices B, C, and D are all tasks that are directly related to the nurse's responsibilities during the intraoperative phase of care.