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?

To identify potential drug interactions Signup and view all the answers

What should preoperative teaching training contain?

Deep-breathing and coughing exercises Signup and view all the answers

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

It directly influences body functioning Signup and view all the answers

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

Coughing Signup and view all the answers

Why is effective pain management crucial post-surgery?

To allow patients to perform deep-breathing exercises Signup and view all the answers

What approach is recommended for pain management with opioid analgesics?

Preventive approach Signup and view all the answers

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

PCA (Patient-controlled analgesia) Signup and view all the answers

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

Application of heat or cold Signup and view all the answers

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

Immediately after surgery Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of administering preanesthetic medication?

To reduce anxiety and provide sedation Signup and view all the answers

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

To obtain a slow and prolonged anesthesia induction Signup and view all the answers

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

Circulating nurse Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the scrub nurse during surgery?

Providing sterile instruments to the surgeon Signup and view all the answers

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

Performing surgery Signup and view all the answers

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

Anesthesiologist Signup and view all the answers

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

8 hours Signup and view all the answers

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

To maintain hydration Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of preoperative skin preparation?

To decrease skin bacteria without injuring the skin Signup and view all the answers

Why is hair generally not removed preoperatively?

To make the incision area visible Signup and view all the answers

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

Void Signup and view all the answers

Why are jewelry items not worn to the operating room?

To reduce infection risk Signup and view all the answers

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

Hand and foot exercises Signup and view all the answers

How can postoperative distention of the abdomen be avoided?

Having the patient turn frequently and exercise Signup and view all the answers

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

To promote gastric function and intestinal peristalsis Signup and view all the answers

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

Inspecting the surgical site for redness and warmth Signup and view all the answers

How can urinary retention after surgery be managed?

Encouraging early ambulation Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication related to gastrointestinal function postoperatively?

Paralytic ileus Signup and view all the answers