multiple choice: Preoperative Preparation

True or False: The centers for disease control and prevention (CDC) recommends hair removal at all times due to the high number of microbes found on the hair shaft and follicle

false

choose the best method of hair removal

clippers

choose the best time to remove the hair

as close to the time of surgery as possible according to the method used

choose the best answer regarding surgical shaves

none of these-cdc recommends not removing the hair unless necessary

preoperative medications to prevent nausea and reduce anxiety are usually given:

one to two hours prior to surgery

Nail polish should be removed due to the use of

noninvasive pulse oximeter

identify which possessions the patient may take with him or her to tOR

Dentures and Hearing aid

what is ordered to prevent postoperatvie thromboembolism (resulting from the venous pooling the lower legs)? which of these is an antiembolic device

sequential compression devices

which of the following statements is NOT TRUE about the consent form preoperatively

the last moment that the patient can sign the consent form is just after the Demerol preoperative medication is given