post-op Flashcards
1
Q
Post op goes to ?
A
PACU
2
Q
PACU provides care until:
A
pt. recovers from effects of anesthesia, must have stable vital signs, oriented and no signs of hemorrage
3
Q
PACU elevate HOB
A
15-30 degrees
4
Q
Check B/P and compare with ? results
A
before surgery results
5
Q
pulses, check on ? that has had surgerty
A
limb
6
Q
vitals-assess every ? min for first hour
A
15
7
Q
renal pacu
A
must have output, void before discharging from hospital
8
Q
if given spinal, epidural the patient must feel ? before leaving hospital
A
feet
9
Q
Information/report given from the OR
A
Medical diagnosis and type of surgery Allergies Vital signs IV fluids and amount given in OR EBL-estimated blood loss Any pertinent medical history Any intra-op complications
10
Q
Stages of PACU
A
Stage 1-immediate intense nurse assess and observation
Stage 2-Patient prepared for self care ex: incentive spirometer
Stage 3-ready for discharge from PACU
