Surgery Flashcards

1
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Thoracic incision types

A

Posterolateral thoracotomy
Anterolateral thoracotomy
Median sternotomy

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2
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Pneumonectomy

A

Complete removal of single lung

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3
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Lobectomy

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Complete removal of lobe of the lung

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4
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Segmental resection

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Removal of segment of the lobe

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5
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Wedge resection

A

Small tissue removal

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6
Q

Intercostal drains

A

Anteriorly =apical drain (for air)
Posteriorly = drain post op blood

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7
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General anesthesia

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State of generally sensory loss with no permanent change in vital functions

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8
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Complications of surgery

A

Mucus
Infection
Atelectasis
Emphysema
Hemorrhage
Pleural effusion
Posture disorder

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9
Q

Positioning

A

45 degree high lying
Side lying
Upright standing
Regular change every 2hours

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10
Q

DVT prevetions

A

Leg elevation
Elastic bandages
Compression
Mobilization
Exercises

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11
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Incase of DVT

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No exercises and mobilization
Anticoagulationmedication

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