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What is the primary purpose of regional anesthesia?
Which of the following best describes local anesthesia?
Which statement accurately describes conscious sedation?
What is a significant role of nurses during surgery?
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What typically happens during postoperative care?
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What is the primary purpose of coughing postoperatively?
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Why is the usage of coughing contraindicated in spinal, cranial, and eye surgeries?
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Which type of anesthesia produces amnesia, analgesia, muscle paralysis, and sedation?
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What postoperative activity is essential for promoting circulation and preventing thromboembolic disorders?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of anesthesia?
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What is the usual order of postoperative assessments conducted by surgical nurses?
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Which postoperative interventions can help prevent respiratory complications?
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What is a common requirement for a patient's status before surgery?
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Which medication is classified as an anticoagulant and has implications for surgical patients?
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What is a primary concern for a surgical nurse in the preoperative phase regarding patient medications?
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After surgery, which nursing assessment should be prioritized to ensure patient safety?
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Which medication is commonly used to manage postoperative pain?
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What type of anesthesia involves the patient being completely unconscious and unresponsive during surgery?
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Which of the following complications should a nursing team monitor for in a postoperative patient taking anticoagulants?
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Which common herb should be considered in preoperative assessments due to its potential effects on bleeding?
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What role does the surgical nurse play in managing postoperative comfort measures for pain?
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Study Notes
Types of Anesthesia
- General Anesthesia: Produces amnesia, analgesia, muscle paralysis, and sedation; can be reversed; used in extensive surgeries.
- Regional Anesthesia: Causes loss of sensation in specific body areas; maintains patient consciousness; effective for pain control.
- Local Anesthesia: Loss of sensation at a targeted site, typically through injection or topical application (e.g., Lidocaine for dental procedures).
- Conscious (Moderate) Sedation: Involves CNS depressants; reduces level of consciousness and may induce amnesia; often combines sedatives, tranquilizers, and anesthetic gases.
Nurse's Role During Surgery
- Assessment: Determine patient’s status and readiness for anesthesia.
- Monitoring: Oversee patient vitals and responses during procedures.
Preventing Postoperative Complications
- Turning: Regular repositioning to prevent pressure sores.
- Deep Breathing and Coughing: Techniques to prevent pneumonia and improve lung function; however, coughing may not be advised post-spinal, cranial, and eye surgeries.
- Compression Devices: Use of Sequential Compression Devices (SCDs) and Thrombo-Embolic Deterrent Stockings (TEDS) to reduce risk of deep vein thrombosis.
Problem List for Surgical Patients
- Ineffective airway clearance
- Ineffective breathing pattern
- Risk for infection
- Fear and anxiety regarding surgery
- Knowledge deficits about procedures
- Impaired tissue integrity and mobility
- Pain management needs
- Impaired communication post-surgery
Key Considerations in Perioperative Nursing
- Delegation: Assess appropriate tasks that can be delegated to nursing staff.
- ABCDEF Pneumonic: An acronym for prioritizing patient care.
- Preoperative Herbal Considerations: Awareness of common herbs patients may take prior to surgery, as they can impact anesthesia and recovery.
- Postoperative Comfort Measures: Strategies for effective pain management after surgery.
Medications with Special Implications
- Warfarin: Anticoagulant; requires careful monitoring to prevent bleeding during surgery.
- Lopressor: Beta-blocker; management prior to and after surgery needed for blood pressure control.
- Dilantin: Anticonvulsant; ensures seizure prophylaxis is maintained during the perioperative period.
- Prednisone: Corticosteroid; may need stress dosing around surgery.
- Furosemide: Diuretic; monitor for fluid imbalance.
- Ginseng: Herbal supplement that may affect bleeding; should be discontinued before surgery.
- Insulin: Essential for diabetic management; adjustments may be needed perioperatively.
- ASA (Aspirin): Antiplatelet; can increase bleeding risk and may need to be stopped before surgery.
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This quiz covers the concepts of regional and local anesthesia, including their applications and effects on sensation. It's designed for medical students and professionals to assess their understanding of anesthesia techniques.