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PACU stands for: post-anesthesia care unit The primary purpose of the PACU is: ongoing critical evaluation and stabilization of pt. Upon admission, the pt must be: placed on/with EKG, pulse ox, BP cuff, and oxygen When a pt arrives in PACU, the ___ gives report. CRNA/Anesth. Phase 1: Intense monitoring, preparing pt for d/c or inpatient unit Phase 2: Preparing pt for Phase III, home, or rehab facility Phase 3: Preparing pt for self care, observati...