CSC Procedural Sedation Techniques & Equipment Flashcards

Which monitoring device provides continuous, non-invasive assessment of respiratory function by measuring exhaled carbon dioxide?

Answer: Capnography

Capnography measures end-tidal CO2 and provides an early warning of respiratory depression before oxygen saturation falls on pulse oximetry.

What is the recommended supplemental oxygen delivery method for most patients receiving moderate sedation?

Answer: Nasal cannula at 2–4 L/min

A nasal cannula at 2–4 L/min is the standard supplemental oxygen method during moderate sedation as it is comfortable and does not interfere with capnography sampling.

During a moderate sedation procedure, how frequently should the patient's vital signs be documented at a minimum?

Answer: Every 5 minutes

Vital signs including SpO2, respiratory rate, blood pressure, heart rate, and level of consciousness should be documented at least every 5 minutes during moderate sedation.

What does a Ramsay Sedation Scale score of 4 indicate?

Answer: Patient is asleep with brisk response to light stimulation

A Ramsay score of 4 indicates a patient who is asleep but responds briskly to a light glabellar tap or loud auditory stimulus.

Which of the following is the correct position for a patient experiencing nausea or vomiting during sedation?

Answer: Lateral recovery (rescue) position

The lateral recovery position protects the airway by allowing secretions and vomitus to drain away from the trachea, reducing aspiration risk.

Which intravenous access site is preferred for administering sedation medications to allow rapid absorption and avoid extravasation risk?

Answer: Peripheral IV in the antecubital fossa

A peripheral IV in the antecubital fossa is preferred because it is large-bore, less prone to infiltration, and provides rapid medication delivery.