Med Surge Exam 2 PERIOPERATIVE CARE Score A+

The nurse in an ambulatory surgery center has administered the following preoperative medications to a 42-year-old female patient scheduled for general surgery: diazepam (Valium), cefazolin (Ancef), and famotidine (Pepcid). What mode of transportation to the operating room (OR) would be the most appropriate for the nurse to arrange for this patient? a. Seated in a wheelchair accompanied by a responsible family member b. Ambulatory and accompanied by a hospital escort and a family member c. Stretcher with side rails up and accompanied by OR transportation personnel d. Ambulatory accompanied by OR staff member or transportation personnel C The patient has received a sedative (diazepam) and should be transported either by stretcher (with side rails raised) or wheelchair and accompanied by either OR staff, OR transport personnel, or the nurse. Lorazepam (Ativan) 1 mg IV is ordered for a 45-year-old male patient before a scheduled surgery. Which of the following is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take before the administration of this medication? a. Ask the patient about an allergy to iodine or shellfish. b. Encourage or assist the patient to the bathroom to void. c. Explain that the medication is used to prevent postoperative nausea. d. Check the laboratory results for the most recent serum potassium level.