Criteria for Discharge of the Postoperative Client from the Post-Anesthetic

question 28

Multiple Choice

Criteria for discharge of the postoperative client from the post-anesthetic care unit (PACU) includes which of the following?

• A)The client has been in the PACU at least 30 minutes.
• B)The client's dressing is in place.
• C)The client is fully awake.
• D)The client is able to stand up.

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