MAC Practice Questions - NBCRNA Maintaining Anesthesia Certification Exam

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During induction for an urgent laparoscopic appendectomy, a patient with active vomiting has rapid oxygen desaturation after loss of consciousness. Mask ventilation is difficult despite an oral airway and two-hand technique. What is the best next action?

Attempt several additional direct laryngoscopies before changing the plan Call for help, optimize oxygenation, and proceed immediately to a planned rescue airway strategy Deepen anesthesia and wait for improved jaw relaxation Cancel the case and allow spontaneous recovery without airway intervention

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Call for help, optimize oxygenation, and proceed immediately to a planned rescue airway strategy

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