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Author Question: In the supine position, the patient's occiput and cervical area are at risk for nerve and pressure ... (Read 35 times)

james9437

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on: Jul 18, 2018
In the supine position, the patient's occiput and cervical area are at risk for nerve and pressure injuries during a procedure.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

The patient return electrode should always be placed after the patient is in position for the procedure.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


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

ANS: T
Padded headrests are used with supine, prone, sitting, or lateral positions. They attach to the OR bed to support and expose the occiput and cervical vertebrae.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: T
If electrosurgery is used, the patient return electrode should be placed after the patient is in position for the surgical procedure, and the electrode should not be moved, shifted, or cut to size. Care should be taken not to kink catheter tubing or dislodge monitoring devices during positioning.


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