Preoperative 101 Flashcards
1
Q
If a pt is on antihypertensives should they take them on the day of the procedure?
A
Yes, remember clonidine rebound
2
Q
If pt is on an oral hypoglycemic agent should they take it the day of surgery?
A
No, they are to be NPO the day of surgery
3
Q
If pt is taking insulin should the take it the day of surgery?
A
No, only 1/2 of a long acting insulin and start D5 NS IV: check glucose often!!
4
Q
What labs should every woman of childbearing age have prior to surgery?
A
B-HCG and CBC (prego, and anemia)
5
Q
What preoperative med can decrease postop cardiac events and death?
A
B-Blockers
6
Q
What must always be ordered preoper for pt undergoing major operations
A
- NPO/IVF
- Preop abx
- Type and cross (PRBC’s)
7
Q
What lyte must be checked preop if pt is on dialysis
A
Potassium
8
Q
Who gets preop ecg?
A
Pt > 40yo
