| A | B |
|---|
| First (1st) | Maintain an open airway through positioning & suction as needed. |
| Second (2nd) | Administer oxygen as ordered, monitoring pulse oximetry |
| Third (3rd) | Have suction available appropriate to the patient's available airway |
| Fourth (4th) | Closely monitor vital signs & pulse oximetry readings until the patient responds |
| Fifth (5th) | Do not leave the patient unattended until he or she is able to respond fully |
| Sixth (6th) | Observe for significant reversal of the anesthesia |
| Seventh (7th) | Monitor the patient for effects of the anesthetic for at least one hour |
| Eighth (8th) | When the patient is stable, transfer back to inpatient unit |
