When General Anesthesia Is Necessary for a Cesarean Delivery,the Nurse

question 9

Multiple Choice

When general anesthesia is necessary for a cesarean delivery,the nurse should be prepared to: (Select all that apply. )

• A)Administer an antacid to the client.
• B)Place a wedge under the left hip.
• C)Apply cricoid pressure during anesthesia intubation.
• D)Preoxygenate for 3-5 minutes before anesthesia.

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Correct Code

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