You are a circulating nurse in the day surgery center. You know that each patient has the potential for complications intraoperatively. What are these complications? (Mark all that apply.)
A) Malignant hypothermia
B) Pain
C) Hypothermia
D) Anaphylaxis
E) Nausea
Ans: C, D, E
Feedback: Potential intraoperative complications include nausea and vomiting, anaphylaxis, hypoxia, hypothermia, and malignant hyperthermia. Options A and B are not potential complications.
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