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Gessell Rodriguez
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In the emergency department (ED) ,the patient is diagnosed with a dislocated humerus.What type of anesthesia would the nurse anticipate will be used to repair the dislocation in the ED?

A) General
B) Epidural
C) Conscious sedation
D) Local

Dislocated Humerus

A medical condition where the bone of the upper arm (humerus) is displaced from its normal position in the shoulder joint.

Conscious Sedation

A medical procedure involving the administration of drugs to reduce pain and awareness while the patient remains awake enough to cooperate.

Local Anesthesia

A type of anesthesia used to numb a specific area of the body, preventing pain during surgical procedures or interventions.

  • Recognize the various types of anesthesia and their appropriate applications.
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