Which Assessment Would Indicate That Surgical Anesthesia Has Not Been

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which assessment would indicate that surgical anesthesia has not been achieved for the client undergoing surgery with a general anesthetic?

• A)Muscle rigidity
• B)A reduction in heart rate
• C)Slowed eye movements
• D)Loss of consciousness

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Definitions:

Pulmonary Vein

A blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the heart, distinct from other veins, which carry deoxygenated blood.

Oxygenated Blood

Blood that has been oxygenated, typically in the lungs, and is rich in oxygen, being carried away from the lungs to the body's tissues.

Superior Vena Cava

A large vein in the upper chest that carries deoxygenated blood from the body back to the heart.

Sharp Chest Pain

A severe and often sudden discomfort in the chest area, which can be a symptom of various medical conditions.