A patient is scheduled to have a hernia repair done today on an outpatient basis. The patient's sibling angrily says, "When I had this done 20 years ago, they kept me in the hospital nearly a week. Why can't my brother stay here where someone can take care of him?" What are appropriate responses by the nurse?

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Advancements in medical procedures and post-operative care have made it possible for patients to recover at home, where they are less likely to be exposed to hospital-acquired infections (A) and can recuperate in the comfort of their own environment (B), which often promotes a better and more comfortable recovery.

A Patient Is Scheduled to Have a Hernia Repair Done