The nurse is conducting a medication assessment for a preoperative patient. Which action by the nurse is appropriate for the patient who is prescribed insulin?

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Assessing blood glucose levels closely during the perioperative period is crucial for patients prescribed insulin because surgery and the stress of surgery can significantly affect blood glucose levels. It's important to monitor these levels to adjust insulin dosage as needed to prevent hypo- or hyperglycemia.

The Nurse Is Conducting a Medication Assessment for a Preoperative