What information does the nurse teach the patient regarding NPO status before a surgical procedure?

A. Temperature: While temperature monitoring is important, hypothermia is not the most immediate concern after general anesthesia.

B. Heart rate: Although heart rate should be monitored, it is not the first priority in assessing an anesthetized patient.

C. Respirations: Airway and breathing are the top priorities in the PACU. General anesthesia can depress respiratory function, increasing the risk of airway obstruction or hypoventilation. Ensuring adequate ventilation is the first step in assessment.

D. Blood pressure: Blood pressure is important but secondary to airway and breathing in the initial assessment.

A. The client has a pleasant affect: "Affect" refers to outward emotional expression, whereas "mood" is the client's internal emotional state.

B. The client appears happy with an elevated mood: The nurse should document objective data rather than interpreting the client’s emotions.

C. The client self-isolated today: While self-isolation may indicate mood disturbances, it does not directly document the client’s reported mood.

D. The client rates their mood 4 out of 10: This entry reflects the client’s subjective report using a measurable scale, making it the most accurate documentation.