In the emergency department (ED), the client is diagnosed with a dislocated humerus. What type of anesthesia would the nurse anticipate will be used to repair the dislocation in the ED?

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Conscious sedation is commonly used in the emergency department for procedures like the reduction of a dislocated humerus. It allows the patient to be comfortable and pain-free while still maintaining their own airway and the ability to respond to verbal commands.

In the Emergency Department (ED), the Client Is Diagnosed with a Dislocated