Author Question: Because the patient is awake for the entire case, vital signs do not need to be recorded for a case ... (Read 59 times)

Pineapplelove6 · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

Because the patient is awake for the entire case, vital signs do not need to be recorded for a case under local anesthesia.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

During a local anesthesia case, an anesthesia provider must be present in the room with the patient.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Briannahope · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: F
The patient under local anesthesia requires observation of blood pressure, pulse, and respirations. These observations are compared to preoperative physiologic findings.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: F
During local anesthesia, an anesthesia provider is not in attendance for this method of anesthesia but is immediately available to assist in the event of an emergency.