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Which phase of surgery occurs during the actual surgical procedure?
Which phase of surgery occurs during the actual surgical procedure?
What is a risk factor for surgery related to the heart's inability to cope with anesthesia?
What is a risk factor for surgery related to the heart's inability to cope with anesthesia?
Which type of surgery is performed at the convenience of the patient?
Which type of surgery is performed at the convenience of the patient?
What is a characteristic of minor surgery?
What is a characteristic of minor surgery?
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Which condition is a risk factor for surgery due to its impact on circulation and wound healing?
Which condition is a risk factor for surgery due to its impact on circulation and wound healing?
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What is the term for surgery that must be performed within a few days for the patient's health?
What is the term for surgery that must be performed within a few days for the patient's health?
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Which phase of surgery is related to the period around the time of a surgical operation?
Which phase of surgery is related to the period around the time of a surgical operation?
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What is the purpose of a Telfa dressing?
What is the purpose of a Telfa dressing?
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Which type of drainage system drains by gravity into a dressing or receptacle?
Which type of drainage system drains by gravity into a dressing or receptacle?
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What is the effect of nicotine on wound healing?
What is the effect of nicotine on wound healing?
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Which type of dressing is a thin film used over IVs?
Which type of dressing is a thin film used over IVs?
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What is the function of steristrips?
What is the function of steristrips?
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What is the purpose of wound irrigation?
What is the purpose of wound irrigation?
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Which factor can negatively affect wound healing?
Which factor can negatively affect wound healing?
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What is the purpose of a butterfly dressing?
What is the purpose of a butterfly dressing?
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What is the function of a closed suction drainage system?
What is the function of a closed suction drainage system?
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Which type of surgery involves the use of endoscopes and video cameras for visualization and surgical procedures?
Which type of surgery involves the use of endoscopes and video cameras for visualization and surgical procedures?
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For which type of surgery are stable vital signs, ability to stand and walk without dizziness or nausea, controlled pain, and ability to urinate without problems the criteria?
For which type of surgery are stable vital signs, ability to stand and walk without dizziness or nausea, controlled pain, and ability to urinate without problems the criteria?
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Which pre-operative diagnostic test is especially essential for elective surgeries in patients over 40 or with a history of cardiovascular disease?
Which pre-operative diagnostic test is especially essential for elective surgeries in patients over 40 or with a history of cardiovascular disease?
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Which technique is used in post-operative care to prevent complications such as atelectasis, deep vein thrombosis, and pneumonia?
Which technique is used in post-operative care to prevent complications such as atelectasis, deep vein thrombosis, and pneumonia?
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Which type of anesthesia involves distinct effects on the patient's consciousness and pain perception?
Which type of anesthesia involves distinct effects on the patient's consciousness and pain perception?
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Where do patients recover after surgery and undergo monitoring of vital signs, respiratory and cardiovascular assessments, and potential extubation?
Where do patients recover after surgery and undergo monitoring of vital signs, respiratory and cardiovascular assessments, and potential extubation?
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What is involved in post-operative care in the surgical unit to ensure proper recovery and prevent complications?
What is involved in post-operative care in the surgical unit to ensure proper recovery and prevent complications?
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What are potential signs of respiratory complications post-surgery?
What are potential signs of respiratory complications post-surgery?
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What are potential cardiovascular complications characterized by?
What are potential cardiovascular complications characterized by?
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What are potential symptoms of thrombophlebitis/DVT and pulmonary embolism post-surgery?
What are potential symptoms of thrombophlebitis/DVT and pulmonary embolism post-surgery?
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What are potential complications requiring interventions such as encouraging voiding and applying pressure to the abdomen with valsalva maneuver?
What are potential complications requiring interventions such as encouraging voiding and applying pressure to the abdomen with valsalva maneuver?
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What are potential preventive measures for infection, dehiscence, and evisceration as wound-related complications?
What are potential preventive measures for infection, dehiscence, and evisceration as wound-related complications?
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What are the distinct wound healing phases in the postoperative period?
What are the distinct wound healing phases in the postoperative period?
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What are employed forms of wound healing based on the nature and condition of the wound to optimize healing and minimize scarring?
What are employed forms of wound healing based on the nature and condition of the wound to optimize healing and minimize scarring?
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Which type of dressing is a plastic cover over a gauze to prevent it from sticking to the wound?
Which type of dressing is a plastic cover over a gauze to prevent it from sticking to the wound?
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What is the purpose of a Penrose drain?
What is the purpose of a Penrose drain?
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Which factor negatively affects wound healing by depleting oxygen and leading to slow healing?
Which factor negatively affects wound healing by depleting oxygen and leading to slow healing?
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What is the function of a closed suction drainage system?
What is the function of a closed suction drainage system?
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Which type of drainage system permits drainage of exudate and promotes healing?
Which type of drainage system permits drainage of exudate and promotes healing?
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What is the primary purpose of wound irrigation?
What is the primary purpose of wound irrigation?
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What is the purpose of a butterfly dressing?
What is the purpose of a butterfly dressing?
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Which type of dressing is a thin film used over IVs?
Which type of dressing is a thin film used over IVs?
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What is the purpose of a Montgomery strap in wound care?
What is the purpose of a Montgomery strap in wound care?
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Which postoperative complication may require monitoring for potential adverse reactions such as febrile, urticarial, hemolytic, or anaphylactic reactions?
Which postoperative complication may require monitoring for potential adverse reactions such as febrile, urticarial, hemolytic, or anaphylactic reactions?
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What are potential cardiovascular complications characterized by post-surgery?
What are potential cardiovascular complications characterized by post-surgery?
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What is the potential complication that may present risks post-surgery with symptoms such as pain/tenderness, swelling, and respiratory distress?
What is the potential complication that may present risks post-surgery with symptoms such as pain/tenderness, swelling, and respiratory distress?
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What is the potential postoperative complication that may manifest as restlessness, dyspnea, rapid pulse, and decreased SpO2?
What is the potential postoperative complication that may manifest as restlessness, dyspnea, rapid pulse, and decreased SpO2?
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Which potential postoperative complication may necessitate interventions such as encouraging voiding and applying pressure to the abdomen with valsalva maneuver?
Which potential postoperative complication may necessitate interventions such as encouraging voiding and applying pressure to the abdomen with valsalva maneuver?
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What is the potential complication that may require close monitoring and preventive measures such as adequate replacement and early detection?
What is the potential complication that may require close monitoring and preventive measures such as adequate replacement and early detection?
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What are potential wound-related complications necessitating assessment, preventive measures, and prompt medical intervention?
What are potential wound-related complications necessitating assessment, preventive measures, and prompt medical intervention?
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What is the term for surgery that is voluntary and performed when convenient for the patient?
What is the term for surgery that is voluntary and performed when convenient for the patient?
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Which condition is a risk factor for surgery due to its impact on circulation and wound healing?
Which condition is a risk factor for surgery due to its impact on circulation and wound healing?
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What is the function of a Telfa dressing in postoperative care?
What is the function of a Telfa dressing in postoperative care?
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Which type of anesthesia involves distinct effects on the patient's consciousness and pain perception?
Which type of anesthesia involves distinct effects on the patient's consciousness and pain perception?
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What are potential complications requiring interventions such as encouraging voiding and applying pressure to the abdomen with valsalva maneuver?
What are potential complications requiring interventions such as encouraging voiding and applying pressure to the abdomen with valsalva maneuver?
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What is the purpose of wound irrigation in postoperative care?
What is the purpose of wound irrigation in postoperative care?
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What are potential respiratory disorders that can be risk factors for surgery?
What are potential respiratory disorders that can be risk factors for surgery?
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Which type of anesthesia involves the use of a laser device to cut through tissue?
Which type of anesthesia involves the use of a laser device to cut through tissue?
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What is the purpose of the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU)?
What is the purpose of the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU)?
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What are the criteria for ambulatory surgery?
What are the criteria for ambulatory surgery?
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What is the purpose of patient education in the perioperative phase?
What is the purpose of patient education in the perioperative phase?
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What technique is used in post-operative care to prevent complications such as atelectasis, deep vein thrombosis, and pneumonia?
What technique is used in post-operative care to prevent complications such as atelectasis, deep vein thrombosis, and pneumonia?
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What is the purpose of pre-operative diagnostic tests for elective surgeries, especially for patients over 40 or with a history of cardiovascular disease?
What is the purpose of pre-operative diagnostic tests for elective surgeries, especially for patients over 40 or with a history of cardiovascular disease?
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What is the purpose of splinting in post-operative care?
What is the purpose of splinting in post-operative care?
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What condition may impede circulation and wound healing, making the patient prone to infection and dislodged fatty plaque?
What condition may impede circulation and wound healing, making the patient prone to infection and dislodged fatty plaque?
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Which medication may interfere with anesthesia during surgery?
Which medication may interfere with anesthesia during surgery?
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What type of surgery involves a higher degree of risk and extensive reconstruction or alteration in body parts?
What type of surgery involves a higher degree of risk and extensive reconstruction or alteration in body parts?
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Which type of surgery involves the use of a laser device to cut through tissue?
Which type of surgery involves the use of a laser device to cut through tissue?
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What is the primary purpose of the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU)?
What is the primary purpose of the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU)?
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What technique is used in post-operative care to prevent complications such as atelectasis, deep vein thrombosis, and pneumonia?
What technique is used in post-operative care to prevent complications such as atelectasis, deep vein thrombosis, and pneumonia?
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What is a potential postoperative complication that may require close monitoring for potential adverse reactions such as febrile, urticarial, hemolytic, or anaphylactic reactions?
What is a potential postoperative complication that may require close monitoring for potential adverse reactions such as febrile, urticarial, hemolytic, or anaphylactic reactions?
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What are potential cardiovascular complications characterized by specific signs such as decreased blood pressure, tachycardia, and decreased urine output, necessitating prevention strategies and early detection?
What are potential cardiovascular complications characterized by specific signs such as decreased blood pressure, tachycardia, and decreased urine output, necessitating prevention strategies and early detection?
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What is the purpose of postoperative nursing care in relation to wound healing phases?
What is the purpose of postoperative nursing care in relation to wound healing phases?
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Which type of dressing is a thin film used over IVs?
Which type of dressing is a thin film used over IVs?
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What is the function of a closed suction drainage system?
What is the function of a closed suction drainage system?
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What is the potential complication that may manifest as restlessness, dyspnea, rapid pulse, and decreased SpO2?
What is the potential complication that may manifest as restlessness, dyspnea, rapid pulse, and decreased SpO2?
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What is the purpose of a Montgomery strap in wound care?
What is the purpose of a Montgomery strap in wound care?
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What is the potential postoperative complication that may require monitoring for potential adverse reactions such as febrile, urticarial, hemolytic, or anaphylactic reactions?
What is the potential postoperative complication that may require monitoring for potential adverse reactions such as febrile, urticarial, hemolytic, or anaphylactic reactions?
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What is the effect of nicotine on wound healing?
What is the effect of nicotine on wound healing?
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Study Notes
Postoperative Nursing Care Guidelines
- Gastrointestinal assessment includes checking for bowel sounds, abdominal distention, and return of peristalsis, with particular attention to NGT output for decompression and fluid/electrolyte replacement.
- Wound assessment involves reinforcing dressing for 24 hours, monitoring for bleeding, and assessing various aspects of the wound such as appearance, size, drainage, and pain.
- Blood therapy protocols for transfusions entail specific preparation steps, consent documentation, and monitoring for potential adverse reactions such as febrile, urticarial, hemolytic, or anaphylactic reactions.
- Respiratory complications post-surgery may manifest as restlessness, dyspnea, rapid pulse, decreased SpO2, and pneumonia, requiring close monitoring and prompt intervention.
- Cardiovascular complications, including hemorrhage and hypovolemic shock, are characterized by specific signs such as decreased blood pressure, tachycardia, and decreased urine output, necessitating prevention strategies and early detection.
- Thrombophlebitis/DVT and pulmonary embolism present risks post-surgery, with symptoms such as pain/tenderness, swelling, and respiratory distress, for which preventive measures include early ambulation and anti-emboli stockings.
- Urinary retention and paralytic ileus are potential postoperative complications, necessitating interventions such as encouraging voiding and applying pressure to the abdomen with valsalva maneuver.
- Fluid and electrolyte imbalance and gastric suctioning can lead to complications, requiring close monitoring and preventive measures such as adequate replacement and early detection.
- Infection, dehiscence, and evisceration are potential wound-related complications, necessitating assessment, preventive measures, and prompt medical intervention.
- The postoperative period involves distinct wound healing phases, including the inflammatory, reconstruction, and maturation phases, with specific characteristics and timeframes for each phase.
- Different forms of wound healing, including primary, secondary, and tertiary intention, as well as the use of wound vac therapy, are employed based on the nature and condition of the wound to optimize healing and minimize scarring.
- The importance of postoperative nursing care lies in the meticulous assessment, monitoring, and intervention to prevent and manage potential post-surgical complications, ensuring optimal patient recovery and healing.
Surgical Procedures and Post-Operative Care
- Surgical procedures can be categorized into diagnostic, ablative, palliative, reconstructive, and transplant, each serving specific purposes.
- Inpatient surgical procedures require hospital admission before and after the surgery, while ambulatory or outpatient surgeries are less costly and do not require inpatient care.
- Criteria for ambulatory surgery include stable vital signs, ability to stand and walk without dizziness or nausea, controlled pain, and ability to urinate without problems.
- Laser surgery involves the use of a laser device to cut through tissue, while fiber optic surgery uses endoscopes and video cameras for visualization and surgical procedures.
- Pre-operative diagnostic tests, such as CBC, serum electrolytes, coagulation studies, chest x-ray, and EKG, are essential for elective surgeries, especially for patients over 40 or with a history of cardiovascular disease.
- Patient education covers general information about the perioperative phase and specific instructions for the gastrointestinal, respiratory, and cardiovascular systems.
- Post-operative care includes techniques like splinting, incentive spirometer use, and leg exercises to prevent complications such as atelectasis, deep vein thrombosis, and pneumonia.
- Pain management involves ongoing assessment and administration of medication, progressing from patient-controlled analgesia to oral medications.
- The transfer to the operating room involves specific protocols for preparing the patient and administering pre-operative medications.
- Anesthesia can be general, regional, or conscious sedation, each with distinct effects on the patient's consciousness and pain perception.
- The post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) is where patients recover after surgery, and it involves monitoring vital signs, respiratory and cardiovascular assessments, and the potential need for extubation.
- Post-operative care in the surgical unit includes respiratory, cardiovascular, and urinary assessments, vital sign monitoring, NG tube decompression, and urinary catheter management to ensure proper recovery and prevent complications.
Postoperative Nursing Care Guidelines
- Gastrointestinal assessment includes checking for bowel sounds, abdominal distention, and return of peristalsis, with particular attention to NGT output for decompression and fluid/electrolyte replacement.
- Wound assessment involves reinforcing dressing for 24 hours, monitoring for bleeding, and assessing various aspects of the wound such as appearance, size, drainage, and pain.
- Blood therapy protocols for transfusions entail specific preparation steps, consent documentation, and monitoring for potential adverse reactions such as febrile, urticarial, hemolytic, or anaphylactic reactions.
- Respiratory complications post-surgery may manifest as restlessness, dyspnea, rapid pulse, decreased SpO2, and pneumonia, requiring close monitoring and prompt intervention.
- Cardiovascular complications, including hemorrhage and hypovolemic shock, are characterized by specific signs such as decreased blood pressure, tachycardia, and decreased urine output, necessitating prevention strategies and early detection.
- Thrombophlebitis/DVT and pulmonary embolism present risks post-surgery, with symptoms such as pain/tenderness, swelling, and respiratory distress, for which preventive measures include early ambulation and anti-emboli stockings.
- Urinary retention and paralytic ileus are potential postoperative complications, necessitating interventions such as encouraging voiding and applying pressure to the abdomen with valsalva maneuver.
- Fluid and electrolyte imbalance and gastric suctioning can lead to complications, requiring close monitoring and preventive measures such as adequate replacement and early detection.
- Infection, dehiscence, and evisceration are potential wound-related complications, necessitating assessment, preventive measures, and prompt medical intervention.
- The postoperative period involves distinct wound healing phases, including the inflammatory, reconstruction, and maturation phases, with specific characteristics and timeframes for each phase.
- Different forms of wound healing, including primary, secondary, and tertiary intention, as well as the use of wound vac therapy, are employed based on the nature and condition of the wound to optimize healing and minimize scarring.
- The importance of postoperative nursing care lies in the meticulous assessment, monitoring, and intervention to prevent and manage potential post-surgical complications, ensuring optimal patient recovery and healing.
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Test your knowledge of postoperative nursing care guidelines with this quiz. Assess your understanding of gastrointestinal, wound, blood therapy, respiratory, cardiovascular, and wound healing assessments, as well as interventions for potential post-surgical complications.
