Periop Flashcards

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Pre- op checks

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OP CHECKS

Operative fitness
Pills
Consent
History - (MI, asthma, jaundice, HTN, complications of pregnancy anaesthesia, DVT)
Ease of intubation (neck arthritis, dentures, loose teeth)
Clexane: DVT prophylaxis (LMWH)
Site: correct and marked.

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2
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Anaesthesia pre-meds

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7As

Anxiolytics
Amnesia 
Analgesics
Anti-emetics
Antacids
Anti-sialogue eg glycopyrolate
Antibiotics
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3
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Acute confusion all state - common causes

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DELIRIUM

Drugs
Eyes, ears, sensory deficits
Low O2 states eg MI, stroke
Infection
Retention: stool or urine
Ictal
Under-hydration/nutrition
Metabolic: Na, AKI, glucose, EtOH withdrawal
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4
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Presentation of acute limb ischaemia

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6Ps

Pale
Pulseless
Perishingly cold
Painful
Paraesthesia
Paralysis
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