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What is the recommended position for extubating a patient post-tonsillectomy?
What is the recommended position for extubating a patient post-tonsillectomy?
- Supine position
- Prone position
- Right lateral position
- Left lateral/head-down (tonsil position) (correct)
Which medication is initially recommended for analgesia post-tonsillectomy?
Which medication is initially recommended for analgesia post-tonsillectomy?
- Dexmedetomidine
- NSAIDs
- Morphine (correct)
- Oral paracetamol
What is advised to avoid in the post-operative care of adenotonsillectomy patients to prevent bleeding?
What is advised to avoid in the post-operative care of adenotonsillectomy patients to prevent bleeding?
- Blind pharyngeal suction with a rigid sucker (correct)
- Leaving the IV cannula in place
- Use of NSAIDs for pain relief
- Infiltration of the tonsil bed with local anesthetic
What complication may arise from bleeding after adenotonsillectomy that may not be immediately apparent?
What complication may arise from bleeding after adenotonsillectomy that may not be immediately apparent?
What should be checked preoperatively for a patient at risk of bleeding during adenotonsillectomy?
What should be checked preoperatively for a patient at risk of bleeding during adenotonsillectomy?
Why should IV fluids be administered cautiously during adenotonsillectomy?
Why should IV fluids be administered cautiously during adenotonsillectomy?
What are some potential complications of untreated tonsillar and adenoidal hyperplasia?
What are some potential complications of untreated tonsillar and adenoidal hyperplasia?
Which analgesic options are recommended for postoperative analgesia after adenotonsillectomy?
Which analgesic options are recommended for postoperative analgesia after adenotonsillectomy?
How is bleeding managed postoperatively after adenotonsillectomy?
How is bleeding managed postoperatively after adenotonsillectomy?
What resuscitation options are recommended for bleeding during adenotonsillectomy?
What resuscitation options are recommended for bleeding during adenotonsillectomy?
What is a practical technique for securing airways during tonsillectomy for a child?
What is a practical technique for securing airways during tonsillectomy for a child?
What type of anesthesia induction is recommended for tonsillectomy in children?
What type of anesthesia induction is recommended for tonsillectomy in children?
What is a common post-operative consideration after tonsillectomy in adults?
What is a common post-operative consideration after tonsillectomy in adults?
How is bleeding managed after adenotonsillectomy?
How is bleeding managed after adenotonsillectomy?
What may be needed if bleeding from adenoids cannot be controlled?
What may be needed if bleeding from adenoids cannot be controlled?
What technique is commonly used for resuscitation in the event of severe bleeding during adenotonsillectomy?
What technique is commonly used for resuscitation in the event of severe bleeding during adenotonsillectomy?
What is the usual recommendation for the use of preoperative NSAIDs in tonsillectomy procedures?
What is the usual recommendation for the use of preoperative NSAIDs in tonsillectomy procedures?
In what position is the patient usually placed during nasal operations to reduce bleeding?
In what position is the patient usually placed during nasal operations to reduce bleeding?
