A for GI procedures (Holly's PPT) Flashcards
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functions of the GI system
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supply water nutrients and electrolytes
specific functions: passage, storage, digestion, absorption of food
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divisions of the GI system
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esophagus
stomach
small intestine
large intestine
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typical elements in an enhanced recovery protocol (common in GI procedures): preoperative
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- identify patients
- educate about program
- screen for malnutrition
- smoking cessation
- selective bowel preparation **
- encourage clear fluids until 2 hrs before surgery
- carbohydrate drink
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typical elements in an enhanced recovery protocol (common in GI procedures): intraoperative
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- abx before incision
- thromboprophylaxis
- minimally invasive surgery (if possible)
- multimodal analgesia
- regional anesthesia
- avoidance of salt and water overload
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