A Client Is Having Shoulder Surgery with Regional Anesthesia

question 13

Multiple Choice

A client is having shoulder surgery with regional anesthesia.What actions by the nurse are most important to enhance client safety related to this anesthesia? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Assessing distal circulation to the operative arm after positioning
• B) Keeping the client warm during the operative procedure
• C) Padding the client's shoulder and arm on the operating table
• D) Preparing to suction the client's airway if the client vomits
• E) Speaking in a low, quiet voice as anesthesia is administered

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