A client is scheduled for surgery for an abdominal hysterectomy. During the preoperative assessment, the client states, "I am very nervous and scared to have surgery." What client outcome is the priority?
A) Evaluate the need for antibiotics.
B) Resolve the client's anxiety.
C) Provide preoperative education.
D) Prepare the client for surgery.

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The priority outcome is to address the client's anxiety and provide reassurance and support to alleviate their fears. This will help to ensure that the client is mentally prepared for the surgery and reduce the risk of complications such as increased blood pressure or heart rate during the procedure. Providing preoperative education, preparing the client for surgery, and evaluating the need for antibiotics are all important components of the preoperative process, but they are not the priority in this situation.

A Client Is Scheduled for Surgery for an Abdominal Hysterectomy