Questions and Answers
Which of the following factors should be identified during the preoperative phase to assess a client's risk?
What is the primary focus during the intraoperative phase?
Which of the following medications is typically administered prophylactically during the preoperative phase?
What is the significance of verifying a client's NPO (nil per os) status before surgery?
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Which of the following is a nursing intervention performed during the preoperative phase?
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Study Notes
Preoperative Phase
- Procedures and teaching before surgery help minimize complications and postoperative discomfort.
- Effective preoperative care reduces patient anxiety and promotes engagement in their own healthcare.
- Key nursing interventions include taking comprehensive client history to identify potential risk factors.
Risk Factors
- High-risk groups include infants, elderly individuals, those with chronic illnesses, malnutrition, respiratory conditions, obesity, and patients undergoing emergent procedures.
Informed Consent
- Verification of informed consent is crucial; nurses can witness signatures but are not legally responsible for providing information about procedures.
Baseline Assessment
- Conducting a baseline assessment is essential, including checking height and weight.
- Confirmation of NPO (nothing by mouth) status is required before surgery to ensure patient safety.
Medications in Preoperative Phase
- Anesthesia options include:
- Inhalation (mask administration)
- Intravenous (IV) routes
- Regional options (spinal and epidural)
- Topical applications for skin
- Prophylactic antibiotics are often administered to prevent infections.
- Anticholinergics may be used to dry secretions, while sedatives help calm patients before surgery.
Intraoperative Phase
- The intraoperative phase starts when the client enters the surgical suite and concludes upon transfer to the post-anesthesia recovery area.
- Nursing focus shifts to patient safety, advocacy, and collaboration with the healthcare team.
Postoperative Phase
- Begins when the patient enters the post-anesthesia recovery area and lasts until discharge from the healthcare facility.
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Description
This quiz covers the essential preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing procedures. It highlights best practices for patient safety, advocacy, and collaboration within the healthcare team. Enhance your understanding of nursing roles throughout the surgical process.
