The patient is awake and alert when being admitted directly to the unit from the cardiac catheterization lab after transferring from the primary care doctor. The patient’s spouse calls the unit looking for the patient. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
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The nurse is reviewing the chart of the patient who is scheduled for a laparoscopic cholecystectomy in one hour. Signed consent is found, as well as blood transfusion consent, anesthesia evaluation, blood type, and emergency contacts. The nurse asks the patient, “Do you have any questions about your upcoming gallbladder removal surgery?” The patient replies, “Gallbladder removal? I thought they were just taking out my gallstones. I’ll be glad to get rid of those.” Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
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