postop Flashcards
1
Q
wound healing timeline
A
within hrs - inflammatory exudate
48 hr - deep structures sealed from external environment (sterile dressings this long)
5-7D - sutures/staples removed
2
Q
postop complication w highest morbidity
A
pulmonary
3
Q
most common postop resp complication
A
atelectasis
4
Q
atelectasis s/s & treatment
A
tachycardia
tachypnea
elevated diaphragm
rales
can lead to pneumonia!
tx w IS, mobilization, CPT, suctioning, mucolytics, treat pain
5
Q
timing of postop fever
A
