CAPA Postanesthesia Care

Question 1

What is the primary focus in the immediate postanesthesia period?

Accepted Answer

Monitoring airway and vital signs

Answer

Initiating discharge paperwork

Answer

Reviewing dietary needs

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Changing surgical dressings

Question 2

Which sign indicates potential respiratory depression post-anesthesia?

Accepted Answer

Respiratory rate of 8 breaths/min

Answer

Increased alertness

Answer

Normal oxygen saturation

Answer

Warm extremities

Question 3

What is the Aldrete score used for?

Accepted Answer

Postanesthesia recovery assessment

Answer

Pain level measurement

Answer

Wound healing evaluation

Answer

Blood sugar control

Question 4

Which symptom may suggest postoperative bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Hypotension and tachycardia

Answer

Elevated blood pressure

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Bradycardia

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Dry mucous membranes

Question 5

What intervention is important for managing postoperative nausea?

Accepted Answer

Administer prescribed antiemetic

Answer

Provide carbonated drinks

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Apply a heating pad

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Restrict fluids

Question 6

Which nursing action helps prevent hypothermia in the PACU?

Accepted Answer

Using warm blankets

Answer

Keeping the patient uncovered

Answer

Encouraging cold drinks

Answer

Limiting movement