Peri-Op 101: Postanesthesia Care Questions and Answers 100% Pass
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Peri-Op 101: Postanesthesia Care
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Peri-Op 101: Postanesthesia Care
Peri-Op 101: Postanesthesia Care
Questions and Answers 100% Pass
What is the primary goal of postanesthesia care?
A) To discharge patients as quickly as possible
B) To ensure patients are stable and comfortable after anesthesia
C) To prepare patients for surgery
D) To conduct routine health...
Peri-Op 101: Postanesthesia Care
Questions and Answers 100% Pass
What is the primary goal of postanesthesia care?
A) To discharge patients as quickly as possible
✔✔B) To ensure patients are stable and comfortable after anesthesia
C) To prepare patients for surgery
D) To conduct routine health assessments
What is the appropriate monitoring frequency for vital signs in the PACU?
A) Every hour
✔✔B) Every 15 minutes
C) Every 30 minutes
D) As needed
Which assessment is crucial for identifying potential respiratory complications post-anesthesia?
A) Monitoring blood glucose levels
B) Assessing pain levels
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, ✔✔C) Checking oxygen saturation levels
D) Evaluating bowel sounds
What is a common side effect of general anesthesia that nurses should monitor?
A) Increased appetite
✔✔B) Nausea and vomiting
C) Hypoglycemia
D) Hypertension
When should a nurse initiate a pain management plan for a postanesthesia patient?
A) After the patient has been discharged
✔✔B) As soon as the patient is in the PACU
C) Only if the patient complains of pain
D) After the first vital signs are taken
What does the term "aldrete score" refer to in postanesthesia care?
A) A measure of pain intensity
✔✔B) A scoring system to assess patient recovery from anesthesia
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