A patient refuses to remove her wedding band when preparing for surgery. What is the best action for the nurse to take? a) Allow the ring to stay on the patient and cover it with tape. b) Remove the ring once the patient is sedated. c) Notify the surgeon to cancel surgery. d) Discuss the risk for infection caused by wearing the ring.
A patient refuses to remove her wedding band when preparing for surgery. What is the best action for the nurse to take?
a) Allow the ring to stay on the patient and cover it with tape.
b) Remove the ring once the patient is sedated.
c) Notify the surgeon to cancel surgery.
d) Discuss the risk for infection caused by wearing the ring.