The patient is wearing a simple wedding band that he cannot remove.He is scheduled for colon surgery.What should the nurse do before surgery is performed?
A) Get the ring cutter from the emergency department and cut the ring off
B) Call the physician and cancel the surgery
C) Tape the wedding ring in place
D) Call the physician for an order for extra antibiotics
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