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What type of surgery are they performing this morning?
What type of surgery are they performing this morning?
- Knee replacement surgery
- Cataract surgery
- Appendix removal surgery
- Open heart surgery (correct)
How does the surgeon reassure nervous patients before open heart surgery?
How does the surgeon reassure nervous patients before open heart surgery?
- By offering a refund if they cancel the surgery
- By telling them that he is not nervous (correct)
- By explaining the risks in detail
- By recommending meditation techniques
What kind of incision are they planning to make for the mitral valve repair?
What kind of incision are they planning to make for the mitral valve repair?
- A six-inch incision in the abdomen
- A one-inch incision in the back
- A three-inch incision in the chest
- A two-inch incision in the side (correct)
What time does the surgeon typically arrive at the hospital?
What time does the surgeon typically arrive at the hospital?
How does the surgeon describe the act of showing up for the surgery?
How does the surgeon describe the act of showing up for the surgery?
What does the surgeon describe as the important thing for the patient to know before open heart surgery?
What does the surgeon describe as the important thing for the patient to know before open heart surgery?
How does the surgeon greet the patient in the morning?
How does the surgeon greet the patient in the morning?
What type of surgery are they planning to perform on the patient?
What type of surgery are they planning to perform on the patient?
What does the surgeon ask the patient about regarding the previous night?
What does the surgeon ask the patient about regarding the previous night?
How does the surgeon describe the patient showing up for the surgery?
How does the surgeon describe the patient showing up for the surgery?
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What type of surgery is an open heart surgery?
What type of surgery is an open heart surgery?
A surgical procedure that involves opening the chest and operating on the heart.
How does the surgeon reassure a nervous patient?
How does the surgeon reassure a nervous patient?
The surgeon reassures the patient by telling them that they are not nervous, which helps calm the patient's anxiety.
What kind of incision is planned for the mitral valve repair?
What kind of incision is planned for the mitral valve repair?
The surgeon explains that the incision they are planning to make will be a small, two-inch cut on the side of the chest for the mitral valve repair.
What time does the surgeon arrive at the hospital?
What time does the surgeon arrive at the hospital?
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What does the surgeon describe as 'half the battle'?
What does the surgeon describe as 'half the battle'?
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What is the most important thing for the patient to know before open heart surgery?
What is the most important thing for the patient to know before open heart surgery?
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How does the surgeon greet the patient?
How does the surgeon greet the patient?
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What type of surgery are they planning on the patient?
What type of surgery are they planning on the patient?
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What does the surgeon ask the patient about the previous night?
What does the surgeon ask the patient about the previous night?
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How does the surgeon describe the patient showing up for the surgery?
How does the surgeon describe the patient showing up for the surgery?
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Study Notes
Pre-Operative Routine for Open Heart Surgery
- The surgeon is performing a mitral valve repair surgery this morning.
- To reassure nervous patients, the surgeon emphasizes the importance of being present in the moment and focusing on the task at hand.
- A sternotomy incision is planned for the mitral valve repair.
- The surgeon typically arrives at the hospital around 6:00 am.
- The surgeon describes showing up for the surgery as a crucial moment, where the focus shifts from preparation to action.
- The surgeon believes it's essential for the patient to know that the surgical team is well-prepared and experienced before open heart surgery.
- The surgeon greets the patient in the morning with a calm and reassuring tone.
- The planned surgery for the patient is a mitral valve repair.
- The surgeon asks the patient about their hydration and food intake the previous night.
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Test your knowledge of the medical drama "Grey's Anatomy" with this quiz. From surgeries to relationships, see how well you remember the details of the popular TV show.
