After a new nurse has been oriented to the PACU, the charge nurse will evaluate that the orientation has been successful when the new nurse

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The patient should initially be positioned in the lateral "recovery" position to keep the airway open and avoid aspiration. The prone position is not usually used and would make it difficult to assess the patient's respiratory effort and cardiovascular status. The Trendelenburg position is avoided because it increases the work of breathing. The patient is placed supine with the head elevated after regaining consciousness.

After a New Nurse Has Been Oriented to the PACU