In what transition zone area is it acceptable for patients to wait before receiving anesthesia and to be given invasive lines and regional anesthesia?
a. Preoperative holding area
b. Induction room
c. Postanesthesia care unit
d. Dressing room
ANS: B
Some hospitals have an induction room adjacent to the OR where a patient waits and is prepared before the administration of anesthesia. Invasive lines are placed and/or regional anesthesia may be induced here.
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