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Why is it important to keep a patient warm and quiet after anesthesia?
What is the recommended action if a patient does not eat the morning after surgery?
How long should sutures or staples remain in place after surgery?
What should be communicated to clients regarding bandages after surgery?
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What follow-up actions should be taken if a patient is scheduled for a revisit after surgery?
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What is one method to warm a patient during recovery from anesthesia?
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Why is it important to manage pain effectively in animals?
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Which of the following is NOT a reason animals should be monitored for pain management?
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What factor can delay recovery and healing in a surgical patient?
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What should be done with intravenous fluid therapy after surgery?
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What is the role of insulation blankets and wraps in post-surgical care?
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Which of the following best describes pain scoring in veterinary medicine?
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What does extubation refer to in veterinary practice?
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Why is it important to wait for the return of the swallowing reflex before extubating an animal?
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How can pain impact the body's systems in animals?
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What should be done with the tube cuff before extubation?
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What behavior might an animal exhibit during the excitement phase of recovery?
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What precaution should be taken when extubating cats?
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What is an essential step after an animal is extubated?
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What does continued monitoring involve after the procedure is completed?
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What advice should be sought from the veterinarian in case of an animal showing signs of excitement during recovery?
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What signs indicate that a patient is ready for discharge after surgery?
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When performing a discharge consultation, which of the following is the least important?
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What should be done with pressure bandages before an animal leaves the clinic?
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Which factor is NOT essential for determining if a patient can be discharged?
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What is an important aspect of providing instructions to the pet owner during discharge?
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Why is monitoring each individual animal in a multi-pet environment important?
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What is a reason for using an E-collar post-surgery?
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What is recommended with regard to the timing of the T tube cuff deflation?
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What is the Resting Energy Requirement (RER) formula used for?
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Which of the following signs would indicate potential internal bleeding in a post-operative patient?
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What should be monitored to prevent self-trauma in post-operative animals?
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Why might pain scoring not accurately reflect an animal's pain level?
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What is an important factor to consider when determining the feeding protocol for a post-operative animal?
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When considering the hygiene of a post-operative patient, what should be regularly checked?
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What might indicate that a post-operative animal is not recovering well?
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How can the type of surgery influence post-operative nutritional needs?
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Study Notes
Oxygen Supplementation
- Keep oxygen supply on for the longest safe duration, then disconnect and flush the line.
- Extubation poses a risk of hypoxia, aiding in clearing lungs of noxious substances.
Extubation
- Removal of endotracheal tube occurs when the animal can swallow.
- Critical for regaining pharyngeal and laryngeal reflexes, ensuring airway protection during vomiting.
- Cats may require extubation before the swallow reflex due to laryngeal sensitivity.
Extubation Tips
- Maintain cuff inflation of the tube until its safe removal.
- Keep environment calm; avoid vigorous attempts to wake the patient.
- Have staff available for assistance during the procedure.
Excitement Phase
- Recovery may be turbulent, mimicking the induction excitement stage.
- Animals can experience dysphoria, thrashing, and vocalization during recovery.
- Consult with a veterinarian beforehand regarding potential light sedation.
Continued Monitoring
- Anesthesia monitoring continues post-procedure to ensure patient stability.
- Avoid overheating; monitor temperature closely, aiming for 37.5°C.
Ways to Warm Patients
- Utilize heated blankets, warm air blowers, fluid warmers, and heat pads.
- Take care with hot applications to prevent burns.
Intravenous Fluid Therapy
- Administer fluids until the animal recovers fully and resumes self-feeding to prevent dehydration.
- Discuss with veterinarians about appropriate fluid type and administration rate.
Analgesia
- Pain negatively affects recovery, amplifying stress responses and delaying healing.
- Vital to manage pain effectively as animals cannot communicate discomfort or take their own medication.
Pain Scoring
- Various pain scoring scales exist to monitor and manage pain in hospitalized animals.
- Limitations of pain scoring involve subjectivity; different animals react variably, and stress can influence behavior.
Haemorrhage Monitoring
- Monitor closely for signs of post-operative hemorrhage, including:
- Pale mucous membranes, slow capillary refill time (CRT)
- Lethargy, weakness, and dullness
- Bruising and distention around the surgical site
Nutrition
- Nutrition is crucial for recovery; Resting Energy Requirement (RER) defined as:
- RER = 70 x (body weight in kg)^0.75.
- Consider the type of surgery, prior eating habits, dietary allergies, and potential for feeding tubes.
Hygiene and Comfort
- Post-operative animals must be regularly checked for urination, defecation, vomiting, and wound discharge.
- Animals lack normal self-cleaning behaviors; clean as needed to promote comfort.
Self-Trauma Prevention
- Animals may inflict damage on incisions or wounds; E-collars can deter licking or biting.
Discharge Criteria
- Patient should only be discharged when duly assessed by a veterinarian.
- Indicators for discharge include awareness, responsiveness, ability to walk, and pain management.
Discharge Consultation
- Consults can be by a veterinarian or vet nurse, ensuring owners understand post-operative care, medications, and follow-up appointments.
- Provide written instructions alongside verbal ones for better owner compliance.
Discharge Instructions Examples
- Keep the environment warm and quiet post-anesthesia, allowing the animal to maintain body temperature.
- Feed small meals; monitor for vomiting which should cease by the following day.
- Ensure thorough communication on care schedules, including suture removal timelines and appropriate diet.
Revisit and Follow-up
- Patients require recheck visits for assessments, which may include temperature and incision site checks.
- Regularly follow up with clients not due for revisit to monitor recovery and well-being.
- Document all communications and observations accurately in the patient record system.
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This quiz focuses on the extubation process in veterinary medicine, including considerations for oxygen supplementation and the management of potential hypoxic events. It provides essential knowledge for veterinary professionals on handling extubation safely and effectively.