A Patient Is to Have a Left Inguinal Hernia Repair

A patient is to have a left inguinal hernia repair at the outpatient surgical clinic. Preoperatively, it is most important for the nurse to determine whether the

A) patient has had any experience with outpatient surgery in the past.
B) patient's medical plan covers outpatient surgery.
C) patient plans to stay overnight at the surgical center.
D) patient has someone available for transportation and care at home.