Preparing for surgery Flashcards
NPO includes this…
Cigarettes
When should an antibiotic be given prior to surgery
30 - 60 minutes before surgery
The greatest aspect of the plan for someone with breast reduction
Psychosocial integrity
Brittle is an indicator of….
Poor nutrition
What is the purpose of a timeout
Preventing wrong site, person and procedure with a surgery
In preventing collapsed lung and pneumonia how long should a patient hold their breath:
At least 5 seconds
Purpose of the drug Midazolam
Mild amnesia
Common side effects of Midazolam
Blurred vision
We should encourage our client to do this in the presence of Midazolam
Take deep breaths
Causes
Autotransfusion is good for this type of a client
Risk of heart issues
Autotransfusion
Using the patient’s same blood to replenish themselves
Most important nurse intervention in preventing post operative complications
Early ambulations
