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A nurse provides preoperative education to a client scheduled to undergo elective surgery. The nurse includes instructions about proper skin care. Which client statement indicates the need for further education?

a) "On the morning of surgery, I won't use lotions or cosmetics."
b) "On the morning of the surgery, I can shave my surgical area at home to save time."
c) "I should begin to use an antibacterial soap a few days before my surgical procedure."
d) "I'll shower before coming to the hospital on the day of the surgery."

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a) "On the morning of surgery, I won't use lotions or cosmetics."
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