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magmichele12

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The nurse understands that epidural anesthesia is most appropriate for use in:
 
  a. labor and delivery. c. repair of minor lacerations.
  b. open heart surgery. d. surgery on the eyes.

Question 2

Clients may develop hypotension following surgery under regional anesthesia because of:
 
  a. depression of the vasomotor center of the brain.
  b. the loss of blood and body fluids.
  c. the preanesthesia anticholinergic drug given.
  d. cold environment in the operating room.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

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A Correct: The epidural results in loss of sensory function, but not complete motor function when used in labor and delivery.
B Incorrect: An epidural will not provide anesthesia at the level of the heart.
C Incorrect: A local anesthetic is appropriate for repair of minor lacerations.
D Incorrect: An epidural will not provide anesthesia at this level, plus this usually is performed under local anesthesia.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

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A Incorrect: This occurs with general anesthesia, not regional anesthesia.
B Correct: This can occur as a result of the surgical procedure and inadequate replacement of these fluids.
C Incorrect: Anticholinergic agents do not cause hypotension.
D Incorrect: This causes hypothermia.




magmichele12

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Wow, this really help


peter

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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