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In which surgical scenario is the patient's life in immediate danger if the procedure is not performed?
In which surgical scenario is the patient's life in immediate danger if the procedure is not performed?
- Urgent surgery required for a patient's overall health.
- Elective surgery aimed at improving the patient's quality of life.
- Emergency surgery needed to save the patient's life. (correct)
- Diagnostic surgery to determine the source of symptoms.
What nursing intervention is most crucial during the intraoperative phase to prevent surgical complications?
What nursing intervention is most crucial during the intraoperative phase to prevent surgical complications?
- Addressing patient anxieties and concerns.
- Educating the patient about postoperative expectations.
- Ensuring informed consent is obtained.
- Maintaining a sterile environment in the operating room. (correct)
What is the primary distinction between regional and local anesthesia?
What is the primary distinction between regional and local anesthesia?
- Local anesthesia is used for major surgeries, and regional anesthesia is used for minor surgeries.
- Regional anesthesia numbs a specific area and the patient remains conscious, while local anesthesia numbs a small area. (correct)
- Local anesthesia affects the entire body, whereas regional anesthesia only affects a specific area.
- Regional anesthesia induces unconsciousness, while local anesthesia numbs a larger area.
A patient undergoing moderate sedation is showing signs of increased anxiety and restlessness. What is the most appropriate initial nursing intervention?
A patient undergoing moderate sedation is showing signs of increased anxiety and restlessness. What is the most appropriate initial nursing intervention?
During the post-operative phase, what is the priority nursing intervention when it comes to preventing pulmonary embolism?
During the post-operative phase, what is the priority nursing intervention when it comes to preventing pulmonary embolism?
Following a reconstructive surgery, a patient expresses concerns about the aesthetic outcome which is different from what they expected. Which action demonstrates best nursing practice?
Following a reconstructive surgery, a patient expresses concerns about the aesthetic outcome which is different from what they expected. Which action demonstrates best nursing practice?
The patient is scheduled to undergo an ablative surgery. What should the nurse explain to the patient regarding the purpose of this surgery?
The patient is scheduled to undergo an ablative surgery. What should the nurse explain to the patient regarding the purpose of this surgery?
During the preoperative phase, after the surgeon has explained the surgical procedure, the patient states 'I'm not sure I completely understand what will happen during the surgery.' What is the most appropriate nursing action?
During the preoperative phase, after the surgeon has explained the surgical procedure, the patient states 'I'm not sure I completely understand what will happen during the surgery.' What is the most appropriate nursing action?
What is the key role of the circulating nurse during the intraoperative phase?
What is the key role of the circulating nurse during the intraoperative phase?
Following general anesthesia, a patient is slow to arouse and has shallow respirations. Which immediate nursing intervention is most appropriate?
Following general anesthesia, a patient is slow to arouse and has shallow respirations. Which immediate nursing intervention is most appropriate?
A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a patient after surgery. What information should be prioritized during this teaching session?
A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a patient after surgery. What information should be prioritized during this teaching session?
In the preoperative phase of surgical care, which assessment is most crucial in identifying potential risks related to anesthesia?
In the preoperative phase of surgical care, which assessment is most crucial in identifying potential risks related to anesthesia?
A patient is scheduled for procurement surgery. What type of surgery is this patient undergoing?
A patient is scheduled for procurement surgery. What type of surgery is this patient undergoing?
A patient scheduled for elective surgery expresses anxiety and fear about the upcoming procedure. What is the most appropriate nursing intervention?
A patient scheduled for elective surgery expresses anxiety and fear about the upcoming procedure. What is the most appropriate nursing intervention?
Following abdominal surgery, a patient reports increased pain, redness, and drainage at the incision site. What immediate nursing action is warranted?
Following abdominal surgery, a patient reports increased pain, redness, and drainage at the incision site. What immediate nursing action is warranted?
What is the definition of 'constructive surgery'?
What is the definition of 'constructive surgery'?
Why is physical preparation important in the preoperative phase?
Why is physical preparation important in the preoperative phase?
What nursing responsibility ensures that the patient understands and agrees to the surgical procedure?
What nursing responsibility ensures that the patient understands and agrees to the surgical procedure?
What is the primary goal of perioperative nursing?
What is the primary goal of perioperative nursing?
A client is scheduled for palliative surgery. What does the nurse teach the client about the expected outcome of this surgery?
A client is scheduled for palliative surgery. What does the nurse teach the client about the expected outcome of this surgery?
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Perioperative Nursing
Perioperative Nursing
Care provided to patients before, during, and after surgery to ensure safety and optimize health outcomes.
Preoperative Phase
Preoperative Phase
The period from the decision for surgery until the patient enters the operating room.
Intraoperative Phase
Intraoperative Phase
The period encompassing the conduct of the surgical procedure.
Postoperative Phase
Postoperative Phase
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Elective Surgery
Elective Surgery
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Urgent Surgery
Urgent Surgery
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Emergency Surgery
Emergency Surgery
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Diagnostic Surgery
Diagnostic Surgery
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Ablative Surgery
Ablative Surgery
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Palliative Surgery
Palliative Surgery
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Reconstructive Surgery
Reconstructive Surgery
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Procurement Surgery
Procurement Surgery
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Constructive Surgery
Constructive Surgery
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Cosmetic Surgery
Cosmetic Surgery
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General Anesthesia
General Anesthesia
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Regional Anesthesia
Regional Anesthesia
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Local Anesthesia
Local Anesthesia
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Moderate Sedation
Moderate Sedation
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Preoperative Preparation
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Scrub Nurse
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- Perioperative nursing provides care to patients before, during, and after surgery.
- The goal of perioperative nursing is ensuring patient safety, optimizing health outcomes and supporting patients and families.
Phases of Perioperative Nursing
- Preoperative phase begins when the patient decides to have surgery; ends upon entering the operating room.
- Preoperative nursing responsibilities include assessments, education, informed consent, preoperative preparations, and addressing patient anxieties.
- Intraoperative phase encompasses the time during the actual surgical procedure
- Intraoperative nursing responsibilities include maintaining a sterile environment, assisting the surgical team, monitoring the patient's status, managing instruments, and documenting the procedure
- Postoperative phase starts after the surgical procedure and continues until the patient fully recovers
- Postoperative nursing responsibilities include monitoring for complications, managing pain, educating the patient, and supporting rehabilitation
Types of Surgeries Based on Urgency
- Elective surgery is planned and not urgent.
- Urgent surgery is necessary for the patient's health and should be performed soon.
- Emergency surgery is an immediate procedure to save life or preserve function.
Types of Surgeries Based on Purpose
- Diagnostic surgery determines the cause of symptoms.
- Ablative surgery involves the removal of diseased tissue.
- Palliative surgery relieves symptoms without curing the disease.
- Reconstructive surgery restores function or appearance.
- Procurement surgery involves organ or tissue removal for transplantation
- Constructive surgery restores function lost due to congenital anomalies.
- Cosmetic surgery enhances personal appearance.
Anesthesia in Surgery
- General anesthesia induces unconsciousness and is used for major surgeries.
- Regional anesthesia numbs a specific area, and the patient remains conscious.
- Local anesthesia numbs a small, specific area and is used for minor procedures.
- Moderate sedation (conscious sedation) depresses consciousness while allowing the patient to respond and maintain their airway independently.
Preoperative Patient Preparation
- Assessment involves evaluating physical and psychological readiness.
- Education includes providing information about the procedure, recovery, and postoperative care.
- Informed consent ensures the patient understands and agrees to the procedure.
- Physical preparation includes skin cleansing, fasting instructions, and bowel preparation.
Intraoperative Nursing Roles
- A scrub nurse maintains sterility and hands instruments to the surgeon.
- A circulating nurse manages the overall environment, documents the procedure, and ensures patient safety.
Postoperative Care and Complications
- Immediate care involves monitoring vital signs, airway patency, and consciousness.
- Pain management includes administering analgesics and assessing pain levels.
- Wound care involves inspecting surgical sites for signs of infection or dehiscence.
- Complication monitoring includes being vigilant for deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, or surgical site infections.
Patient and Family Education
- Discharge instructions provide guidelines on medication management, activity restrictions, wound care, and signs of complications.
- Follow-up care emphasizes the importance of attending postoperative appointments.
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