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PESI CAPA/CPAN Test – Complete Study Guide with Practice Questions and Correct Answers for Perianesthesia Nursing Certification.

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This document provides a detailed study guide for the PESI CAPA/CPAN Test, featuring real exam-style practice questions with 100% correct answers and in-depth explanations. It covers essential topics from both the CAPA (Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse) and CPAN (Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse) exams, including preoperative and postoperative assessment, airway management, pharmacology, patient safety, and discharge education. Ideal for nurses preparing for ASPAN certification or PESI review courses, this guide helps build confidence and ensures exam readiness.

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1. 1). The recommended dose of Dantrolene for the initial management of
a Malignant Hyperthermia crisis is:: 2.5 mg/kg is correct
2. 5mcg/kg
3.5 mcg/kg
2.0 mg/kg
2. All of the following medications can be used to treat dysrhythmias in
a Malignant Hyperthermia (MH) crisis except:
Lidoce
Amiodorone
Metoprolol
Dilitazem: Dilitazem
3. Ester type local anesthetics are primarily metabolized
by: the liver
the kidneys
the lungs
pseudocholinesterase: pseudocholinesterase
4. Which of the following early symptoms is not consistent with local
anesthetic toxicity?
Tinnitus
Metallic taste in mouth
Tachycardia
Hypotension:
Hypotension
5. 5). The PACU nurse is preparing to restock the Malignant Hyperthermia


, cart on the unit. What is the acceptable number of Dantrolene bottles that
should be stocked on the cart?
18
26
36
38: 36
6. Which of the following inhalation agents should not be used for an
inhalation mask induction?
Halothane

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