Mr. S states, "Look at the snakes on the ceiling!" You see some cracks in the plaster. Mr. S is experiencing a/an:

Choice A reason: A surgical pause is not a commonly used term for this process.

Choice B reason: A time out is a standardized procedure used to verify the correct patient, procedure, and site before surgery begins.

Choice C reason: The preoperative checklist is a broader list of tasks completed before surgery, not the specific pause for verification.

Choice D reason: Time in is not a recognized term for this verification process in the surgical setting.

Choice A reason: While legs feeling heavy can be a common sensation after a spinal block, it is not as concerning as other potential symptoms.

Choice B reason: Hypotension is a significant concern following a spinal block as it can indicate a high level of blockage affecting the autonomic nerves, which can lead to serious complications.

Choice C reason: Numbness below the injection site is expected after a spinal block and is not typically a cause for concern unless it is prolonged or accompanied by other symptoms.

Choice D reason: Nausea can occur but is less concerning than hypotension, which can have more immediate and severe consequences.