The patient's family has had many surgical experiences with complications.What information is most important for the nurse to use to understand the patient's stress in the perioperative period?

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The patient's perception of the perioperative experience creates a point of reference for evaluation of the situation.Asking about fears,cultural practices,and religious beliefs allows the nurse to anticipate the patient's and family caregiver's priorities and adapt the plan to give appropriate instruction and support.The nurse should get more information so potential concerns can be identified.Anxiolytics can relieve stress quickly by sedating the patient but do nothing to resolve the patient's stressor.Stressors can be difficult to identify and are usually more difficult to manage.Stress can develop from hereditary and environmental factors.

The Patient's Family Has Had Many Surgical Experiences with Complications