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The nurse is aware that there is a loss of _________ during catabolism after severe tissue injury.
 
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The type of anesthesia that uses a combination of drugs to reduce the level of consciousness and provides amnesia is _________________ __________.
 
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Answer to Question 1

potassium

The injured cells loose potassium as catabolism (tissue breakdown) occurs.

Answer to Question 2

conscious sedation

Conscious sedation uses a combination of drugs to produce a reduced level of consciousness and amnesia, as well as pain control, but allows the patient to control his or her own breathing. The recovery is more rapid than with general anesthesia.



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