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M L Phippen

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Client education in the ambulatory surgery setting.

The recent increase in the number of clients having ambulatory surgery has had an enormous impact on how nurses provide client education. This article discusses the purpose of client education, provides examples of teaching strategies used in the ambulatory surgery setting, and describes the benefits of postoperative follow-up calls. Examples of preoperative and discharge instruction forms are provided.

Adult

Ambulatory surgery: recovery to discharge.

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.

Ambulatory Surgical Procedures