PPre and post operative care Flashcards

1
Q

What are the goals of preoperative assessment?

A

Ensure patient safety
Gain Patient consent
Identify risks

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What is the nurse’s role in pre-admission?

A

-Assess the patient
-Prepare the patient for surgery

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3
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Patient risk factors to consider

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-Language barriers
-Genetic factors
-Smoking, chronic conditions
-Obesity
-Allergies

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4
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What info is gathered pre-admission

A

-Vital signs
-Weight
-Height
-Medical and surgical history
-Functional assessment
-Nutrition
-Medication regimen
-Recreational drugs and alcohol.

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5
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What psychosocial needs are addressed during pre-admission?

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-Spiritual
-Cultural
-Psychosocial support
-Concerns about surgery
-Caregiver status
-Mental/physical disabilities

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Assessments conducted pre-admission

A

-Head to toe assessement
-X RAYS
-ECGS
-Blood tests

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7
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Patient education

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-Surgical procedure
-Anaesthesia
-Alternative treatment options
-Side effects
-Where the surgery will be
-Short stay/ day surgery

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