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Question 1 of 5

Which patient would be a candidate for moderate sedation? (Select all that apply.)

A. Endoscopy

B. Cesarean section delivery

C. Closed fracture reduction

D. Cardiac catheterization

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Endoscopy

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is conducting a medication assessment for a preoperative patient. Which action by the nurse is appropriate for the patient who is prescribed dexamethasone?

A. Obtaining a baseline ECG

B. Monitoring blood pressure

C. Assessing for hyperglycemia

D. Tapering the drug two days prior to surgery

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Assessing for hyperglycemia

Question 3 of 5

An appendectomy is being performed on a patient with appendicitis. What is the correct classification for this surgery?

A. Curative

B. Diagnostic

C. Urgent

D. Radical

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Curative

Question 4 of 5

An institution has the following responsibilities EXCEPT

A. To remove barriers

B. To reform barriers

C. To ensure implementation

D. To monitor performance

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: To reform barriers

Question 5 of 5

The PACU nurse is caring for a postoperative patient. The patient's oxygen saturation drops from 98% to 88%. What is the nurse's priority action?

A. Call the anesthesia provider.

B. Call the surgeon.

C. Call the Rapid Response Team.

D. Call the respiratory therapist.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Call the Rapid Response Team.

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