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NURS 309 Quiz 2 Intraoperative Patients Questions With
Complete Solutions

A patient experiences malignant hyperthermia (MH)
immediately after induction of anesthesia. What is the nurse
anesthetist's priority action?
A. Administer IV dantrolene sodium (Dantrium) 2-3 mg/kg
B. Apply a cooling blanket over the torso
C. Assess arterial blood gases (ABGs) and serum chemistries
D. Stop all inhalation of anesthetics agents and succinylcholine
Correct Answers D. Stop all inhalation of anesthetics agents
and succinylcholine

A patient has a malignant hyperthermia (MH) incident during
surgery. To whom does the nurse report this incident?
A. North American Malignant Hyperthermia Registry
B. The Joint Commission
C. Centers for Disease Control
D. Occupational Safety and Health Administration Correct
Answers A. North American Malignant Hyperthermia Registry

A patient is requesting moderate sedation for repair of a torn
meniscus and has no medical contraindications. How does the
nurse respond to this patient's request?
A. "Your surgeon will decide if you will receive moderate or
general anesthesia."
B. "You can discuss your request for moderate sedation with
your surgeon and anesthesiologists."
C. "Most patients prefer general anesthesia. Can you tell me
why you want moderate sedation?"

, D. "It can be frightening to see surgery done on yourself. You
need to think about that." Correct Answers B. "You can discuss
your request for moderate sedation with your surgeon and
anesthesiologists."

A patient with breast cancer is scheduled for a left mastectomy.
The patient has informed the surgeon and the nurse that she is a
Jehovah's Witness and does not want any blood transfusions. IN
preparation for intraoperative care of this patient, what measures
does the nurse take? SATA
A. Obtain two units of packed red blood cells, typed and cross-
matched
B. Make provider aware of the patient's request for no blood
transfusions
C. Ensure autotransfusion device is in place intraoperatively
D. Ensure patient has a medical necessity order for emergency
blood transfusion
E. Inform the patient of potential risks if blood transfusion is not
given
F. Tell the patient that is case of emergency she may receive
blood to save her life Correct Answers B. Make provider aware
of the patient's request for no blood transfusions
C. Ensure autotransfusion device is in place intraoperatively

During surgery, what things do anesthesia personnel monitor,
measure, and assess? SATA
A. Intake and output
B. Room temperature
C. Cardiopulmonary function
D. Level of anesthesia
E. Family concerns

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