During the preoperative safety check, which action best prevents wrong-site surgery?
Correct answer: B. Ask the patient to state the procedure and operative site
- A. Mark the site using the patient's written notes
- B. Ask the patient to state the procedure and operative site
- C. Confirm the site only after anaesthesia has been induced
- D. Rely on the operating room schedule without questioning it
Explanation
Having the awake patient state the planned procedure and site provides an active identity and site verification before anaesthesia. Written records and schedules are also checked, but they should not replace direct confirmation. Verification after induction is too late to prevent a wrong-site procedure.
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Covers preoperative assessment, informed consent, surgical preparation, anaesthesia, intraoperative safety and postoperative recovery. It includes sterile technique, surgical positioning, wound and drain care, pain and nausea management, fluid balance, prevention of infection and recognition of complications such as haemorrhage, atelectasis and shock.
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