Preoperative Preparations for Surgery
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What is the recommended timeframe for patients who smoke to stop smoking before surgery?

  • 1 week before surgery
  • 24 hours before surgery
  • 2 months before surgery (correct)
  • No need to stop smoking before surgery

    • Which of the following chronic disorders should be controlled before surgery?

  • Musculoskeletal problems
  • Neurological disorders
  • Gastrointestinal diseases
  • Cardiovascular diseases (correct)

    • What is a potential risk if corticosteroids are discontinued suddenly before surgery?

  • Cardiovascular collapse (correct)
  • Respiratory failure
  • Blood clots
  • Increased risk of infection

    • Why is obtaining a medication history important for surgical patients?

    <p>To identify potential drug interactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should preoperative teaching training contain?

    <p>Deep-breathing and coughing exercises</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does psychological distress affect surgical patients according to the text?

    <p>It directly influences body functioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is contraindicated in patients who have had intracranial surgery, eye surgery, and plastic surgery?

    <p>Coughing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is effective pain management crucial post-surgery?

    <p>To allow patients to perform deep-breathing exercises</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What approach is recommended for pain management with opioid analgesics?

    <p>Preventive approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method allows patients to administer their own pain medication when needed?

    <p>PCA (Patient-controlled analgesia)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of non-pharmacological pain relief measure involves the application of heat or cold if prescribed?

    <p>Application of heat or cold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is a systolic blood pressure of less than 90 mm Hg usually considered reportable?

    <p>Immediately after surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of administering preanesthetic medication?

    <p>To reduce anxiety and provide sedation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a reason for administering preanesthetic medication?

    <p>To obtain a slow and prolonged anesthesia induction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who plays a key role in coordinating the care of the patient in the operating room?

    <p>Circulating nurse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the scrub nurse during surgery?

    <p>Providing sterile instruments to the surgeon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the surgeon in the surgical team?

    <p>Performing surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which healthcare professional administers the anesthetic agent and monitors the patient's physical status?

    <p>Anesthesiologist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended fasting time for adults after eating fatty food?

    <p>8 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are clear liquids allowed up to 2 hours before an elective procedure?

    <p>To maintain hydration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of preoperative skin preparation?

    <p>To decrease skin bacteria without injuring the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is hair generally not removed preoperatively?

    <p>To make the incision area visible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should patients do immediately before going to the operating room?

    <p>Void</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are jewelry items not worn to the operating room?

    <p>To reduce infection risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key components of encouraging activity in postoperative care?

    <p>Hand and foot exercises</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can postoperative distention of the abdomen be avoided?

    <p>Having the patient turn frequently and exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of taking food by mouth after surgery?

    <p>To promote gastric function and intestinal peristalsis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important assessment to make regarding wound healing postoperatively?

    <p>Inspecting the surgical site for redness and warmth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can urinary retention after surgery be managed?

    <p>Encouraging early ambulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential complication related to gastrointestinal function postoperatively?

    <p>Paralytic ileus</p> Signup and view all the answers

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