CSC Patient Assessment & Monitoring 2

Question 1

Which ASA physical status classification describes a patient with severe systemic disease that is a constant threat to life?

Accepted Answer

ASA IV

Answer

ASA IV denotes severe systemic disease that is a constant threat to life, indicating very high procedural risk.

Question 2

A patient's SpO2 drops from 98% to 91% during conscious sedation. What is the FIRST action the nurse should take?

Accepted Answer

Stimulate the patient and encourage deep breathing

Answer

Stimulating the patient and encouraging deep breathing is the first-line response to mild oxygen desaturation during conscious sedation.

Question 3

Which capnography waveform finding is most concerning during moderate sedation?

Accepted Answer

Loss of the waveform with apnea

Answer

Loss of the capnography waveform indicates apnea, signaling complete cessation of breathing and requiring immediate intervention.

Question 4

When assessing a patient's airway prior to conscious sedation, the Mallampati score is used to predict:

Accepted Answer

Degree of pharyngeal visualization

Answer

The Mallampati classification grades pharyngeal visualization (Classes I–IV) to predict ease of intubation if airway rescue is needed.

Question 5

A patient receiving midazolam for conscious sedation develops slurred speech and eyes that open only to voice. This represents which level of sedation?

Accepted Answer

Deep sedation

Answer

Deep sedation is characterized by purposeful response only to repeated or painful stimulation, with possible compromise of airway reflexes.

(CSC) Conscious Sedation Certification Practice Test

(CSC) Conscious Sedation Certification Practice Test

CSC Patient Assessment & Monitoring 2