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When can a device generally be removed from a patient?
When can a device generally be removed from a patient?
- Only when the patient is fully conscious
- As soon as the patient is stable
- When the patient shows signs of gagging (correct)
- Immediately after surgery
What might indicate that a patient requires continued mechanical ventilation?
What might indicate that a patient requires continued mechanical ventilation?
- Rapid respiratory rate
- The presence of an endotracheal tube (correct)
- The absence of gag reflex
- Patient awareness during surgery
What is one potential sign that reflex action is returning in a patient?
What is one potential sign that reflex action is returning in a patient?
- Decreased body temperature
- Gagging (correct)
- Stable blood pressure
- Increased heart rate
What should NOT happen until signs of reflex action are observed?
What should NOT happen until signs of reflex action are observed?
What is a possible scenario upon patient arrival in the PACU?
What is a possible scenario upon patient arrival in the PACU?
What is a key difference in postoperative care between ambulatory surgery patients and hospitalized surgery patients?
What is a key difference in postoperative care between ambulatory surgery patients and hospitalized surgery patients?
Which of the following is a common postoperative problem that ambulatory surgery patients may face?
Which of the following is a common postoperative problem that ambulatory surgery patients may face?
What is a common approach to managing postoperative pain in ambulatory surgery patients?
What is a common approach to managing postoperative pain in ambulatory surgery patients?
Which postoperative monitoring aspect is typically less intensive for ambulatory surgery patients compared to hospitalized patients?
Which postoperative monitoring aspect is typically less intensive for ambulatory surgery patients compared to hospitalized patients?
What is often prioritized in the postoperative care of ambulatory surgery patients?
What is often prioritized in the postoperative care of ambulatory surgery patients?
Study Notes
Postoperative Care: Ambulatory vs. Hospitalized Patients
- Ambulatory surgery patients receive less intensive postoperative care, as they recover at home.
- Hospitalized surgery patients remain in the facility for a longer period, receiving constant monitoring and care.
Common Postoperative Problems and Management
- Hypotension:
- Can be caused by various factors like blood loss, hypoventilation, position changes, pooling of blood, or medication side effects.
- Monitor blood pressure closely and manage accordingly.
- Secondary Hemorrhage:
- May occur post-surgery due to suture slippage, infection, or drainage tube erosion.
- Requires immediate attention and prompt intervention to control bleeding.
- Urinary Retention:
- Assess urine output and bladder distention to identify and address potential retention.
Postoperative Considerations
- Endotracheal Tube Management:
- May be left in place after surgery and require continued mechanical ventilation in the PACU.
- Removal should be indicated by signs like gagging, signifying returning reflex action.
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Test your knowledge on postoperative care differences between ambulatory and hospitalized patients. Explore common postoperative problems, their management, and critical considerations during recovery. This quiz will help reinforce your understanding of essential postoperative protocols.
