When the prone position is to be used, the patient is anesthetized and intubated in the supine position on the transport cart
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
ANS: T
The patient is anesthetized and intubated on the transport cart before they are moved to the OR bed in the prone position. If a urinary catheter is necessary, it is placed while on the transport cart.
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