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lilldybug07

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on: Jul 18, 2018
When placing a patient's arm on an armboard, what should be avoided?
 
  a. Hyperabduction of the arm
  b. Extra padding on the armboard
  c. Placing the arm at a 90 angle
  d. Secure the arm to the board

Question 2

How many OR personnel must be present at the bed to assist in moving an anesthetized patient?
 
  a. One
  b. Two
  c. Three
  d. Four


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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Hyperabduction should be avoided to prevent brachial plexus stretch. The armboard should be padded and should be of equal height as the OR bed. The secured arm should not be placed greater than 90.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
For any patient under the influence of anesthetic agents, there should be a minimum of 4 persons at the head, foot, and both sides of the patient.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 18, 2018
Excellent

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:D TYSM

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