The patient return electrode should always be placed after the patient is in position for the procedure
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
ANS: T
If electrosurgery is used, the patient return electrode should be placed after the patient is in position for the surgical procedure, and the electrode should not be moved, shifted, or cut to size. Care should be taken not to kink catheter tubing or dislodge monitoring devices during positioning.
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