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123654777 · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

Which is one way to reduce static electricity?

a. Cover patients with wool or warmer synthetic blankets.
b. Keep the drapes away from the anesthesia machine and reservoir bag.
c. Keep the relative humidity in the perioperative environment between 20 and 30.
d. Turn power equipment on before plugging into an electrical outlet.

Question 2

Which is a common injury caused by holding retractors in one position for prolonged periods?

a. Retinal detachment
b. Femoral stress fracture
c. Carpal tunnel syndrome
d. Chronic fatigue syndrome

abro1885 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Motion should be kept to a minimum in the area around the anesthesia equipment and the patient's head. Friction on the reservoir bag should be avoided. Team members should ensure that drapes do not touch the bag or cover the anesthesia machine.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
As a result of holding retractors in one position too long, carpal tunnel syndrome may result; carpal tunnel syndrome is a repetitive stress injury caused by tenosynovitis that puts increased pressure on the median nerve of the hand.