Author Question: A daily anesthesia machine checklist is a routine recommended by the U.S. Food and Drug ... (Read 76 times)

awywial · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

A daily anesthesia machine checklist is a routine recommended by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 1986.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Which is a piece of standard equipment needed for a surgical procedure that must be monitored throughout the procedure?

a. Electrosurgical unit (ESU)
b. Flat-screen computer
c. Document shredder
d. Steam sterilizer

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

Answer to Question 1

ANS: T
Reference to a daily machine performance checklist has shown that many complications associated with administration of anesthetic can be avoided if the equipment is checked before use.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The ESU pencil becomes hot and could burn the patient or a team member. A holder or holster should be attached to the drape with nonperforating clips and the ESU placed in the holster when not in use.