A nursing instructor teaches a group of students the differences between conscious sedation and general anesthesia. According to the instructor, which of the following is a primary benefit of conscious sedation?

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Conscious sedation allows the patient to remain awake and respond to verbal cues, while also providing pain relief and anxiety reduction. Unlike general anesthesia, the patient can maintain their own airway and breathing without assistance.

A Nursing Instructor Teaches a Group of Students the Differences