The nurse is discharging a patient home from an outpatient surgery center. The nurse has reviewed all of the discharge instructions with the patient and her caregiver. What else should the nurse do before discharging the patient from the facility? Select all that apply.

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Before discharging the patient, the nurse provides written instructions, prescriptions and the nurses or surgeons telephone number. Administration of an opioid would necessitate further monitoring to ensure
safety. A dressing change would not normally be ordered on the day of surgery.

The Nurse Is Discharging a Patient Home from an Outpatient