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What is the recommended action if a monitor shows low oxygen saturation during anesthesia?
What is the recommended action if a monitor shows low oxygen saturation during anesthesia?
- Increase the depth of anesthesia
- Check the equipment first (correct)
- Notify the surgeon immediately
- Ignore it and continue with the procedure
In the anesthesia record, what is considered important information regarding the patient's identification?
In the anesthesia record, what is considered important information regarding the patient's identification?
- Patient's nationality
- Patient's ASA physical status (correct)
- Patient's shoe size
- Patient's insurance details
Why should patients be monitored continuously during anesthesia?
Why should patients be monitored continuously during anesthesia?
- To ensure they are not faking unconsciousness
- To detect problems early (correct)
- To speed up the recovery process
- To avoid unnecessary interventions
What should be done if an abnormal value is noted on a monitor during anesthesia?
What should be done if an abnormal value is noted on a monitor during anesthesia?
Why is it crucial to label all medications used in anesthesia?
Why is it crucial to label all medications used in anesthesia?
What should be recorded regarding the scheduled operation in the anesthesia record?
What should be recorded regarding the scheduled operation in the anesthesia record?
During anesthesia, why should an anaesthetized patient never be left unattended?
During anesthesia, why should an anaesthetized patient never be left unattended?
What information regarding fluid balance should be documented in the anesthesia record?
What information regarding fluid balance should be documented in the anesthesia record?
'Never leave an anaesthetized patient unattended.' This statement is primarily emphasizing:
'Never leave an anaesthetized patient unattended.' This statement is primarily emphasizing:
'Document all findings and interventions in the anesthesia record chart.' This practice is essential for:
'Document all findings and interventions in the anesthesia record chart.' This practice is essential for:
