post op management

Question 1

what day does swelling peak

Answer 1

day 3

Question 2

ice when?

warm compress when?

Answer 2

ice 24-24 hoours
- minimize swelling

warm compress there after

Question 3

echymosis

Answer 3

bruising
not as common as bleeding or swelling

more common with patients on anticoagulants or any bleeding disorders

Question 4

follow apt when?

Answer 4

anyone with new onset pain or swelling about 3 days after extraction

bleeding 2-3 days after extraction

7 days b/c most pathologies / complications do not show until around day 5

Question 5

limit narcotics if they are absolutley necessary for how long

Answer 5

2 x

pt. must sign additional consent with instructions given to them

more than 2x must reference MAPS system for that patient

Question 6

appropriate for moderate / severe pain

Answer 6

hydrcodone
5mg / 325 acetaminophen
(norco)
disp: 12 tabs

5 mg q4-6 hrs

Question 7

if patient calls with inadequate pain control - what should you ask?

Answer 7

determine if pain is eliminated within 45 minutes of taken

determine if medication is lasting until the next dosage is required