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They do give analgesics and anti emetics, but patients sometimes have pain or PONV regardless. Hypertension is rarely an issue, and generally speaking, our anesthesia department does a great job....
I work in PACU, and frequently have been pulling meds before or very shortly after a patient lands. Generally, I pull oxycodone, acetaminophen, dilaudid, fentanyl, and zofran for almost every patient....
I don't want to claim to be an expert in the matter- I've lived in the area for about 2 years now, but I'll gladly tell you what I know. There are mainly two choices here- either Carilion or HCA....