NURS 309 Quiz 1 Preoperative Patients EXAM 2025 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWER Which drug may the surgeon allow the patient to take prior to surgery? A. Daily vitamin B. Stool softener C. Anti-seizure drug D. Daily baby aspirin - answer>>>C. Anti-seizure drug Which is the top priority for nurses during the preoperative period? A. Patient teaching B. Patient diagnostic testing C. Patient safety D. Patient care documentation - answer>>>C. Patient safety The nurse is preparing the patient for surgery. Which common laboratory tests does the nurse anticipate being ordered? SATA A. Total cholesterol B. Urinalysis C. Electrolyte levels D. Uric acid E. Clotting studies F. Serum creatinine - answer>>>B. Urinalysis C. Electrolyte levels E. Clotting studies F. Serum creatinine Which statement is true regarding the patient who has given consent for a surgical procedure?A. Information necessary to understand the nature of and reason for the surgery has been provided B. The length of stay in the hospital has been preapproved by the managed care provider C. Information about the surgeon's experience has been provided D. The nurse has provided detailed information about the surgical procedure - answer>>>A. Information necessary to understand the nature of and reason for the surgery has