Before surgery,the perioperative nurse reviews the patient record,noting relevant aspects of the history and physical examination; the nature of the problem and its onset; and results of radiographic studies,laboratory data,and other findings.The nurse investigates the patient's range of motion,neurovascular status,and general condition.The patient's perception and understanding of the surgical procedure and postoperative rehabilitation is determined,and patient education is begun.Such activities reflect which important part of the nursing process?

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Assessment information helps the nurse to determine specific needs related to surgical positioning,skin preparation,equipment,instrumentation,and supplies.Results of the nursing assessment are stated as nursing diagnoses.Nursing diagnoses related to the care of patients undergoing orthopedic surgery might include the following: anxiety,risk for peripheral neurovascular dysfunction,risk for perioperative positioning injury,impaired gas exchange,risk for infection,and risk for imbalanced body temperature.Preoperative films or images are present in the operating room (OR)or procedure room.Planning is preparing in advance for what will or may happen and determining the priorities for care.Implementation is performing the nursing care activities and interventions that were planned and responding with critical thinking and orderly action as changes in the surgical procedure or patient's condition or emergencies occur.

Before Surgery,the Perioperative Nurse Reviews the Patient Record,noting Relevant Aspects