Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA)

The purpose of pre-oxygenation (denitrogenation) before induction of general anesthesia is to:

Prevent malignant hyperthermia Extend the safe apnea window by maximizing lung oxygen reserves before intubation Prevent laryngospasm Reduce anesthetic agent requirements

Correct Answer:

Extend the safe apnea window by maximizing lung oxygen reserves before intubation

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