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The client has presented to the ambulatory surgery center to have a colonoscopy. The client is scheduled to receive moderate sedation (conscious sedation) during the procedure. Moderate sedation is used routinely for procedures that require __________.

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Answer: depressed level of consciousness

Step-by-step explanation:

A colonoscopy can be defined as a test which is used to abnormalities or changes occurring in the large intestine that is colon and rectum. During this procedure a long tube is inserted into the rectum. A small video camera at the tip of the detecting tube is used to view inside the entire colon.

In colonoscopy a moderate sedative is required to keep the patient in the unconscious state. A depressed level of consciousness is required for this treatment in which the patient losses alertness, becomes lethargic, can be aroused with little difficulty.

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