Author Question: When dispensing ointment from a multidose pack, the tube should be squeezed to dispense 1/2 inch of ... (Read 13 times)

tatyanajohnson · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

When dispensing ointment from a multidose pack, the tube should be squeezed to dispense 1/2 inch of ointment in the trash before applying a portion to the sterile field.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

An ideal anesthetic agent should

a. provide no amnesia.
b. have a slow onset and easy reversibility.
c. provide analgesia that ends at the end of the procedure.
d. produce minimum side effects.

qytan · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: T
Since multidose tubes of ointment are easily contaminated, the first 1/2 inch is squeezed out and discarded, and then the appropriate portion is applied to the sterile field. Once on the sterile field, it should be labeled.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
An ideal anesthetic agent should provide amnesia, have a rapid onset and easy reversibility, maximum safety with minimum side effects and provide predictable analgesia that extends into the postoperative period.