The nurse is participating in a "time-out." In which activities will the nurse be involved? (Select all that apply.)

A) Verify the correct site.
B) Verify the correct patient.
C) Verify the correct procedure.
D) Perform "time-out" after surgery.
E) Perform the actual marking of the operative site.

A time-out is performed just before starting the procedure for final verification of the correct patient, procedure, site, and any implants. The marking and time-out most commonly occur in the holding area, just before the patient enters the OR. The individual performing surgery and who is accountable for it must personally mark the site, and the patient must be involved if possible.