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A Client Is Scheduled for a Below-The-Knee Amputation

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A client is scheduled for a below-the-knee amputation.The circulating nurse ensures the proper side is marked prior to the start of surgery.What action by the nurse is most appropriate?


A) Facilitate marking the site with the client and surgeon.
B) Have the client mark the operative site.
C) Mark the operative site with a waterproof marker.
D) Tell the surgeon it is time to mark the surgical site.

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