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The nurse is reviewing the informed consent form with a client who is scheduled for surgery with regional anesthesia. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching? (Select all that apply.)
This statement is correct. Regional anesthesia blocks the sensation of pain and other sensations from a specific part of the body, such as below the waist for spinal or epidural anesthesia. The client will not be able to move or feel anything in the affected area during the surgery.
This statement is incorrect. Regional anesthesia does not require the client to stay awake during the surgery, unless the client prefers to do so. The client can also receive sedation or general anesthesia along with regional anesthesia, depending on the type and duration of the surgery and the client's preference.
This statement is incorrect. Regional anesthesia can have residual effects on the client's motor and sensory function, as well as blood pressure and heart rate, for several hours after the surgery. The client will need someone to drive them home after the surgery and monitor them for any signs of complications.
This statement is correct. Regional anesthesia has some advantages over general anesthesia, such as less risk of nausea and vomiting, less blood loss, less stress response, and better postoperative pain control.
This statement is correct. Regional anesthesia does not affect the client's ability to swallow or protect their airway, unlike general anesthesia. However, the client will still have to fast for at least 8 hours before the surgery to prevent aspiration of stomach contents in case general anesthesia or sedation is needed or administered.
Choice A reason:
This statement is correct. Regional anesthesia blocks the sensation of pain and other sensations from a specific part of the body, such as below the waist for spinal or epidural anesthesia. The client will not be able to move or feel anything in the affected area during the surgery.
Choice B reason:
This statement is incorrect. Regional anesthesia does not require the client to stay awake during the surgery, unless the client prefers to do so. The client can also receive sedation or general anesthesia along with regional anesthesia, depending on the type and duration of the surgery and the client's preference.
Choice C reason:
This statement is incorrect. Regional anesthesia can have residual effects on the client's motor and sensory function, as well as blood pressure and heart rate, for several hours after the surgery. The client will need someone to drive them home after the surgery and monitor them for any signs of complications.
Choice D reason:
This statement is correct. Regional anesthesia has some advantages over general anesthesia, such as less risk of nausea and vomiting, less blood loss, less stress response, and better postoperative pain control.
Choice E reason:
This statement is correct. Regional anesthesia does not affect the client's ability to swallow or protect their airway, unlike general anesthesia. However, the client will still have to fast for at least 8 hours before the surgery to prevent aspiration of stomach contents in case general anesthesia or sedation is needed or administered.