What is the primary focus in the immediate postanesthesia period?
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Airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs) are top priorities to ensure patient stability after anesthesia.
Which sign indicates potential respiratory depression post-anesthesia?
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A decreased respiratory rate can be an early sign of opioid-induced respiratory depression.
What is the Aldrete score used for?
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The Aldrete score assesses readiness for discharge from the PACU based on activity, consciousness, respiration, circulation, and oxygen saturation.
Which symptom may suggest postoperative bleeding?
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A drop in blood pressure and increasing heart rate can be signs of internal bleeding or hypovolemia.
What intervention is important for managing postoperative nausea?
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Administering antiemetics can reduce nausea and vomiting, which are common after anesthesia.
Which nursing action helps prevent hypothermia in the PACU?
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Providing warm blankets and maintaining ambient temperature support thermoregulation after anesthesia.