During a nurse's preoperative assessment, the nurse notices that a patient is extremely anxious.The patient's blood pressure is 142/92 mm Hg, the heart rate is 104 beats/min, and respirations are 32 breaths/min.What nursing action should be implemented?

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The nurse should notify the anesthesiologist or surgeon because the patient's vital signs indicate significant anxiety and potential risk during surgery. The anesthesia team may need to adjust the anesthesia plan or provide additional interventions such as medication to calm the patient. Canceling the surgery without further assessment or intervention is not appropriate. Instructing the patient on postoperative complications may be necessary, but it is not the priority action in this situation. Giving preoperative medication early may be an option, but it should be done in consultation with the anesthesia team.

During a Nurse's Preoperative Assessment, the Nurse Notices That a Patient