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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?
- Supine position
- Head-down (tonsil position) (correct)
- Right lateral position
- Prone position
Which analgesic is initially recommended for post-operative pain management after adenotonsillectomy?
Which analgesic is initially recommended for post-operative pain management after adenotonsillectomy?
- IV morphine (correct)
- NSAIDs
- Oral paracetamol
- Dexmedetomidine
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?
- To avoid postoperative nausea and vomiting
- To improve vocal cord function
- To prevent bleeding from the tonsil bed (correct)
- To prevent infection
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?
What problem may arise post-adenotonsillectomy due to hypovolemia and blood loss?
What problem may arise post-adenotonsillectomy due to hypovolemia and blood loss?
What should be the initial management of postoperative bleeding following adenotonsillectomy?
What should be the initial management of postoperative bleeding following adenotonsillectomy?
Which analgesic agents are typically used for analgesia after adenotonsillectomy?
Which analgesic agents are typically used for analgesia after adenotonsillectomy?
What is a common complication of tonsillectomy recovery care?
What is a common complication of tonsillectomy recovery care?
During adenotonsillectomy, what resuscitation option is recommended in case of bleeding?
During adenotonsillectomy, what resuscitation option is recommended in case of bleeding?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
What technique is commonly used in adults during IPPV for adenotonsillectomy?
What technique is commonly used in adults during IPPV for adenotonsillectomy?
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?
In what scenario is drainage of peritonsillar abscess (quinsy) typically performed?
In what scenario is drainage of peritonsillar abscess (quinsy) typically performed?
