Upon arrival to the OR,what should be checked first by the circulating nurse?
A) Patient identity
B) Whether all personnel are present in the OR
C) Whether all equipment is in place
D) What procedure is to be performed

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The circulating nurse should first identify the patient by asking the name and verifying it on the wristband and then check for allergies,informed consent,laboratory and test,results and verify the surgical procedure with the patient.Additionally the nurse should check the side rails,catheters,history and physical,determine whether patient valuables need to be removed,and review the care plan identified for the patient.

Upon Arrival to the OR,what Should Be Checked First by the Circulating