Post Op & Pain Flashcards
1
Q
Why is activity important post op?
A
Helps fasten pt recovery
Helps decrease pain
Increases peristalsis
shortens hospitalization
2
Q
How to help prevent instances of orthostatic hypotension
A
Have patient
Sit. Dangle. Stand
before getting out of bed fully
3
Q
Syx of atelectasis
A
Decreased breath sounds over affected area
Crackles, cough
4
Q
Syx of Pneumonia
A
Chills
Fever
Tachycardia
Tachypnea
5
Q
Infection of lungs
A
pneumonia
6
Q
accumulation of fluid in lung resulting in impaired gas exchange
A
Pulmonary edema
7
Q
How to prevent respiratory complications?
A
Coughing
Deep Breathing
Incentive Spirometer
Yawning
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Q
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