Question

which of the following patient directions should be given before the procedure?

• tell your doctor if you have diabetes
• do not allow family or friends to touch the wound
• speak up if you see healthcare workers fail to wash their hands
• eat well and get plenty of rest

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Explanation:

• "Tell your doctor if you have diabetes": Important pre - procedure info as diabetes can impact the procedure and recovery.
• "Speak up if you see healthcare workers fail to wash their hands": Hand hygiene is crucial to prevent infections before a procedure.
• "Eat well and get plenty of rest": Helps in preparing the body for the procedure and recovery. "Do not allow family or friends to touch the wound" is more of a post - procedure instruction for wound care.

Answer:

A. Tell your doctor if you have diabetes
C. Speak up if you see healthcare workers fail to wash their hands
D. Eat well and get plenty of rest