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What is the recommended position for extubating a patient after adenotonsillectomy?
What is the recommended position for extubating a patient after adenotonsillectomy?
Which analgesic is initially recommended for post-operative pain management after adenotonsillectomy?
Which analgesic is initially recommended for post-operative pain management after adenotonsillectomy?
Why is it cautioned to avoid blind pharyngeal suction with a rigid sucker after adenotonsillectomy?
Why is it cautioned to avoid blind pharyngeal suction with a rigid sucker after adenotonsillectomy?
What is a potential complication that may arise due to continual swallowing in recovery after adenotonsillectomy?
What is a potential complication that may arise due to continual swallowing in recovery after adenotonsillectomy?
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What problem may arise post-adenotonsillectomy due to hypovolemia and blood loss?
What problem may arise post-adenotonsillectomy due to hypovolemia and blood loss?
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What should be the initial management of postoperative bleeding following adenotonsillectomy?
What should be the initial management of postoperative bleeding following adenotonsillectomy?
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Which analgesic agents are typically used for analgesia after adenotonsillectomy?
Which analgesic agents are typically used for analgesia after adenotonsillectomy?
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What is a common complication of tonsillectomy recovery care?
What is a common complication of tonsillectomy recovery care?
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During adenotonsillectomy, what resuscitation option is recommended in case of bleeding?
During adenotonsillectomy, what resuscitation option is recommended in case of bleeding?
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What should be avoided during intubation for adenotonsillectomy to prevent obscuring the surgical field?
What should be avoided during intubation for adenotonsillectomy to prevent obscuring the surgical field?
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What is the recommended approach for managing postoperative nausea and vomiting after adenotonsillectomy?
What is the recommended approach for managing postoperative nausea and vomiting after adenotonsillectomy?
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What is the recommended method to manage bleeding after adenotonsillectomy if it cannot be controlled?
What is the recommended method to manage bleeding after adenotonsillectomy if it cannot be controlled?
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What is the purpose of administering midazolam and morphine to a patient post-adenotonsillectomy?
What is the purpose of administering midazolam and morphine to a patient post-adenotonsillectomy?
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In which patient population is post-operative pain usually more painful after adenotonsillectomy?
In which patient population is post-operative pain usually more painful after adenotonsillectomy?
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What technique is commonly used in adults during IPPV for adenotonsillectomy?
What technique is commonly used in adults during IPPV for adenotonsillectomy?
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What is the recommended option to avoid suppository use preoperatively in children undergoing tonsillectomy?
What is the recommended option to avoid suppository use preoperatively in children undergoing tonsillectomy?
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In what scenario is drainage of peritonsillar abscess (quinsy) typically performed?
In what scenario is drainage of peritonsillar abscess (quinsy) typically performed?
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