Laminectomy Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Surgery is the removal of (laminectomy)
A
Bone so the spinal cord can be seen
2
Q
Laminectomy - To move the client after surger
A
Log roll the client
3
Q
Laminectomy - What position must the client remain in
A
FLAT
4
Q
Laminectomy - Risk for what type of infection
A
Arachnoiditis
5
Q
Laminectomy - to ensure healing
A
Spinal column must remain in alignment - STAY FLAT
6
Q
Laminectomy using the bathroom
A
Fracture bedpan
7
Q
Laminectomy what to watch for
A
Signs of nerve root compression
Wiggle toes, detect touch
