During the nurse's preoperative assessment,the nurse notices that the patient is extremely anxious.The patient's blood pressure is 142/92 mm Hg,the heart rate is 104 beats per minute,and respirations are 32.The nurse should:

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When significant fear is associated with surgical complications,sometimes surgery is postponed until the anxiety level is reduced.

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