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Important Positions for Various Conditions Flashcards

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1
Q

Laminectomy

A

log roll

post op: place in supine position

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Tube inserted in GI tract

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right side

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3
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Enema

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  • left side lying; insert tube 3-4 inches (7-10cm), do not hang enema bag greater than 12-18inches (30-45cm)
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Amputation: lower extremity

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  • elevate stump 1st 24 hrs only

- elevate the bed not just the stump, to prevent contracture, place client prone position several times

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5
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Cast

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elevate part

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6
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Compression bandages

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  • reduces edema and pain

- wrap limb distal to proximal

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7
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Gastric Resection

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AVOID DUMPING SYNDROME

  • lie down after eating
  • do not drink with meals
  • Vitamin B12 replacement necessary
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8
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Liver biopsy

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Pre procedure:
-place on left side, elevate right arm-may also be placed supine

Post procedure:
-place on right side with a small pillow to decrease bleeding

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9
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Pneumonectomy

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place on operative side post-op

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10
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Respiratory Distress

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high flowers/orthopneic position

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Mastectomy

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DO NOT ABDUCT

  • causes strain on suture line
  • elevate arm on pillow (same side as operative breast)
  • exercises: wall climbing, rope turning, broom lifting, hair combing
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12
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Retina Detatchment

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  • lay on AFFECTED side

- any other eye surgery lay on UNAFFECTED side

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13
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Venous

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Keep legs elevated (V)

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14
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Arterial

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Keep legs dependent (A)

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15
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Radical Neck Dissection

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Affected side

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16
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Kidney Biopsy

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pre procedure: position prone
HOLD aspirin 1-2 weeks prior to procedure
post procedure: position supine; hematuria and pain expected for a few days

17
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Hip Surgery

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ABDUCT

  • use abduction pillow between legs to immobilize and prevent dislocation
  • never cross legs or bend over
  • use a raise toilet seat; use a raised -high chair
  • lay on unaffected side

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