The nurse is completing the preoperative checklist on the night shift in preparation for the patient's surgery, scheduled for 0800. Which tasks could the nurse complete at this time?

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At night before the surgery, the nurse can check the medical record for completeness, including ensuring that the history, physical, and signed informed consent are present, as these tasks do not require patient interaction and can be done at any time before the surgery.

The Nurse Is Completing the Preoperative Checklist on the Night