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Which of the following statements is most accurate regarding post-procedure care for a patient who has undergone vertebroplasty or kyphoplasty?
Which of the following statements is most accurate regarding post-procedure care for a patient who has undergone vertebroplasty or kyphoplasty?
- Minimal sedation is needed for vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty to be performed.
- Following vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty keep your dressing dry and remove approximately 3 to 4 days postoperatively.
- You can have your vertebroplasty or kyphoplasty in an ambulatory care setting and return home after 2 to 4 hours.
- You should avoid driving or operating machinery for approximately 1 week after the procedure to prevent causing damage to the surgical site. (correct)
A patient inquires about the purpose of vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty. What is the primary goal of these procedures?
A patient inquires about the purpose of vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty. What is the primary goal of these procedures?
- To treat spinal stenosis by widening the spinal canal.
- To prevent further spinal degeneration and damage.
- To correct scoliosis by realigning the spine.
- To reduce pain and improve mobility in patients with spinal fractures. (correct)
What is the main difference between vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty?
What is the main difference between vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty?
- Vertebroplasty is typically used for lumbar fractures, while kyphoplasty targets cervical fractures.
- Vertebroplasty is minimally invasive, while kyphoplasty is a more complex open surgery.
- Vertebroplasty involves injecting bone cement, while kyphoplasty uses a balloon to create a space for the cement. (correct)
- Vertebroplasty involves a longer recovery period than kyphoplasty.
A patient asks about the recovery time after vertebroplasty or kyphoplasty. What is the most appropriate response?
A patient asks about the recovery time after vertebroplasty or kyphoplasty. What is the most appropriate response?
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Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty
Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty
Procedures to stabilize fractured vertebrae using cement injections.
Sedation in Vertebroplasty
Sedation in Vertebroplasty
Minimal sedation is required for vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty.
Ambulatory Care Setting
Ambulatory Care Setting
Vertebroplasty or kyphoplasty can be done in a setting allowing same-day discharge.
Post-Procedure Care
Post-Procedure Care
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Dressing Care After Surgery
Dressing Care After Surgery
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