The nurse is admitting a female client for an outpatient surgery procedure. Which of the following information is most important to report to the anaesthesiologist before surgery?

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This statement suggests that the client may be pregnant, and pregnancy testing is needed before administration of anaesthetic agents. Although the other data also may be communicated with the surgeon and anaesthesiologist, they will affect postoperative care and do not indicate a need for further assessment before surgery.

The Nurse Is Admitting a Female Client for an Outpatient