An Anesthetized Client Must Be Repositioned from the Supine to the Prone

question 11

Multiple Choice

An anesthetized client must be repositioned from the supine to the prone position midway through a surgical procedure.What is the priority action of the nurse?

• A) Log roll the client to prevent dislocation of the shoulder.
• B) Keep the client covered to maintain dignity and minimize heat loss.
• C) Ensure that the client's endotracheal tube does not become dislodged or kinked.
• D) Make sure that the client's indwelling catheter is kept lower than the bladder.

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