Once the patient has entered the OR, he or she is sedated enough so as not to be cognizant of what is happening, so it is acceptable for the circulating nurse to remain on the other side of the room attending to paperwork and staying away from the patient
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
ANS: F
The patient will be able to recognize the behavior of the circulating nurse. Positive actions include spending time with and staying close to the patient, paying close attention to the patient's needs, and keeping them safe from emotional and physical harm.
Health Professions
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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An established patient is defined as:
A. a patient who has been seen within the last three years. B. a patient who was seen five years ago. C. a patient who has never been seen before by the provider. D. a patient who was seen four years ago.
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