The nurse is caring for a patient who is scheduled for surgery. Which data should the nurse collect to identify safety and security needs?

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Anxiety about surgery is a relevant factor in identifying safety and security needs for a patient scheduled for surgery. Sexual activity patterns, sleep patterns, and meal patterns may be important to gather for other aspects of the patient's care, but they do not directly relate to identifying safety and security needs before surgery.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Is Scheduled