A nurse is reviewing his understanding of anesthetics. Which statement made by the nurse would require further review of his understanding of anesthetics?
a. Appropriate, balanced anesthesia induction is rapid and without complications.
b. Appropriate analgesia is attained with balanced anesthesia administration.
c. Muscle relaxation is adequate with balanced anesthesia administration.
d. Doses are higher to prolong anesthesia.
D
Prolonged anesthesia is not desirable for most procedures, because respiratory depression may occur; this statement indicates that further education is required.
Drugs combined in balanced anesthesia are used to ensure that induction is smooth and rapid and that analgesia and muscle relaxation are adequate; no further education is required.
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