Because the patient is awake for the entire case, vital signs do ...

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Because the patient is awake for the entire case, vital signs do not need to be recorded for a case under local anesthesia.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

During a local anesthesia case, an anesthesia provider must be present in the room with the patient.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: F
The patient under local anesthesia requires observation of blood pressure, pulse, and respirations. These observations are compared to preoperative physiologic findings.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: F
During local anesthesia, an anesthesia provider is not in attendance for this method of anesthesia but is immediately available to assist in the event of an emergency.

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