The Nurse Notes That a Preoperative Patient Is Drowsy,but Oriented,in

The nurse notes that a preoperative patient is drowsy,but oriented,in the receiving area.In addition to checking her hospital number and identification band,what should the nurse check?

A) Ask family members to verify the patient's identity.
B) Check that the operative procedure is noted on the chart.
C) Ask the surgeon to identify the patient and the planned surgical procedure.
D) Ask the patient to state her name,her doctor's name,and the operative procedure planned.