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Moderate Sedation EXAM NEWEST 2024
ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE 150 QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH
RATIONALES (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
|ALREADY GRADED A+
What term has replaced 'conscious sedation'? - ✔✔Moderate sedation.
What are the interchangeable terms used for the type of sedation during procedures? - ✔✔Moderate
sedation and procedural sedation.
What is the purpose of using short-acting analgesics and sedatives in moderate sedation? - ✔✔To reduce
discomfort, anxiety, and unpleasant memories associated with procedures that can cause pain.
What must health care providers do when a patient is under moderate sedation? - ✔✔Monitor the patient
closely for potential adverse effects.
What is electric cardioversion an indication for? - ✔✔Procedural sedation.
Which procedure is indicated for reduction? - ✔✔Procedural sedation for a dislocated joint or fracture.
What type of laceration repair may require procedural sedation? - ✔✔Complicated laceration repair.
For what procedure is abscess incision and drainage an indication? - ✔✔Procedural sedation.
Which endoscopic procedures might require procedural sedation? - ✔✔Colonoscopy and
esophagogastroduodenoscopy.
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What are some indications for procedural sedation in the pediatric population? - ✔✔Complex burn and
wound care, imaging, lumbar puncture, etc.
What is the primary goal of procedural sedation in terms of patient safety? - ✔✔To maintain patient
safety and control behaviour and movement to allow a safe procedure.
What is one of the goals of procedural sedation related to patient comfort? - ✔✔To minimize pain and
discomfort.
What psychological aspect is procedural sedation intended to minimize? - ✔✔To minimize psychological
trauma.
What is one of the goals of procedural sedation regarding memory of the procedure? - ✔✔To maximize
amnesia.
What should be confirmed regarding the patient before proceeding with sedation? - ✔✔Age and
informed consent.
Which sleep-related condition must be assessed before sedation? - ✔✔Obstructive sleep apnea.
What patient information is crucial to know to avoid adverse reactions during sedation? - ✔✔Allergies.
What aspects of a patient's history should be reviewed prior to sedation? - ✔✔Past medical history and
medication.
What safety equipment should be available at the bedside during procedural sedation? - ✔✔Oral and
nasal airways, bag valve mask, oxygen with masks and nasal prongs, suction equipment, and appropriate
monitors.
Which airway adjuncts must be present during procedural sedation? - ✔✔Oral and nasal airways.
What is the purpose of a bag valve mask in procedural sedation? - ✔✔To provide ventilation to the
patient if they are unable to breathe on their own.
Katelyn Whitman© 2025, All Rights Reserved.
Moderate Sedation EXAM NEWEST 2024
ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE 150 QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH
RATIONALES (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
|ALREADY GRADED A+
What term has replaced 'conscious sedation'? - ✔✔Moderate sedation.
What are the interchangeable terms used for the type of sedation during procedures? - ✔✔Moderate
sedation and procedural sedation.
What is the purpose of using short-acting analgesics and sedatives in moderate sedation? - ✔✔To reduce
discomfort, anxiety, and unpleasant memories associated with procedures that can cause pain.
What must health care providers do when a patient is under moderate sedation? - ✔✔Monitor the patient
closely for potential adverse effects.
What is electric cardioversion an indication for? - ✔✔Procedural sedation.
Which procedure is indicated for reduction? - ✔✔Procedural sedation for a dislocated joint or fracture.
What type of laceration repair may require procedural sedation? - ✔✔Complicated laceration repair.
For what procedure is abscess incision and drainage an indication? - ✔✔Procedural sedation.
Which endoscopic procedures might require procedural sedation? - ✔✔Colonoscopy and
esophagogastroduodenoscopy.
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What are some indications for procedural sedation in the pediatric population? - ✔✔Complex burn and
wound care, imaging, lumbar puncture, etc.
What is the primary goal of procedural sedation in terms of patient safety? - ✔✔To maintain patient
safety and control behaviour and movement to allow a safe procedure.
What is one of the goals of procedural sedation related to patient comfort? - ✔✔To minimize pain and
discomfort.
What psychological aspect is procedural sedation intended to minimize? - ✔✔To minimize psychological
trauma.
What is one of the goals of procedural sedation regarding memory of the procedure? - ✔✔To maximize
amnesia.
What should be confirmed regarding the patient before proceeding with sedation? - ✔✔Age and
informed consent.
Which sleep-related condition must be assessed before sedation? - ✔✔Obstructive sleep apnea.
What patient information is crucial to know to avoid adverse reactions during sedation? - ✔✔Allergies.
What aspects of a patient's history should be reviewed prior to sedation? - ✔✔Past medical history and
medication.
What safety equipment should be available at the bedside during procedural sedation? - ✔✔Oral and
nasal airways, bag valve mask, oxygen with masks and nasal prongs, suction equipment, and appropriate
monitors.
Which airway adjuncts must be present during procedural sedation? - ✔✔Oral and nasal airways.
What is the purpose of a bag valve mask in procedural sedation? - ✔✔To provide ventilation to the
patient if they are unable to breathe on their own.
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