Ambulatory surgery: recovery to discharge
- PMID: 1301887
Ambulatory surgery: recovery to discharge
Abstract
In the ambulatory surgery setting, the registered nurse plays a key role in preparing the client for discharge. This article discusses how the nurse can use the nursing process to determine when the client is ready for discharge from the ambulatory facility.
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