Which of the following practices is essential for maintaining patient safety during transfer from OR to PACU?

Ensuring clear communication among staff is essential for maintaining patient safety during the transfer from the Operating Room (OR) to the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). Effective communication is critical at this transitional phase to relay vital information about the patient's condition, any interventions that were performed during surgery, and specific needs or precautions that should be taken in the PACU. Clear communication helps prevent errors, ensures continuity of care, and allows the PACU staff to anticipate and respond adequately to any immediate postoperative needs.

While the other practices, such as verifying patient identity and monitoring blood pressure, contribute to overall safety, they are secondary to the importance of clear, effective communication, which serves as the backbone of safe and coordinated patient care during such critical transitions.