Recovery Questions

Question 1

At which point is it considered appropriate to extubate a feline patient?

Answer 1

Once they have an ear twitch

Question 2

Identify the main route of excretion of isoflurane and sevorflurane from the patients body

Answer 2

Excreted through the respiratory system

Question 3

Explain the reasons why hypothermia should be avoided in the recovery period

Answer 3

Delays recover, reduce immune system and clotting function

Question 4

List the methods of warming postoperative patients that may be available in practice

Answer 4

Blankets, bubble wrap, heat pads, bair huggers - towel should be placed between patient and device

Question 5

Describe the ways that oxygen may be provided to patients who require it during the recovery period.

Answer 5

Nasal catheter
Oxygen tent/kenner
Mask or flow by
Tracheostomy tube

Question 6

List 4 responsibilities of the veterinary nurse during the recovery period

Answer 6

Observe monitor and record tpr ensuring the airway remains patent
Monitor for signs of pain
Avoid hypothermia by keeping the patient warm and monitorung body temperature
Monitor for urination, dafaecation, eating and drinking prior to discharge

Question 7

List some factors that can lead to a slow recovery.

Answer 7

Prolonged activities of drugs
Severe pain
Hypothermia
Hypoxia