12 Questions
Why is it important for the Nurse to obtain information about a patient's medical history?
To identify risk factors and potential complications
What is one of the responsibilities of the Nurse in pre-operative care?
Assessing psychosocial needs of patient and family
Why is it essential for the Nurse to be aware of a patient's medication history before surgery?
To prevent medication interactions that can affect anesthesia or bleeding risk
Which age group might have a lower GFR and creatinine clearance resulting in slower drug metabolism?
Infants
What risk does malnutrition pose for a client in terms of wound healing?
It increases the risk of poor wound healing
What is a potential complication that the Nurse should be vigilant about in pre-operative care?
Malignant hyperthermia
What term is used to describe the nursing care provided in the total surgical experience of the patient?
Peri-operative nursing
During which phase does the Intra-operative nursing care take place?
Intraoperative Phase
Which of the following is NOT a quality required for an operating room nurse as mentioned in the text?
Conflict-seeking
What is a key responsibility of an operating room nurse during the preoperative phase?
Preparing the client for the surgical procedure
Which phase includes the time from the patient being transported back into the surgical unit until follow-up care is provided?
Postoperative Phase
Which term refers to an operating room nurse's ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously?
Organized
Test your knowledge on the essential qualities of operating room nurses, from communication skills to stress management and critical thinking. Explore the key traits required for success in peri-operative nursing.
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