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Why risk of bleeding post operatively in extraction of hypertensive patient?
excessive vascular pressure will increase blood loss at surgical site
What aftercare is given after minimally invasive heart surgery?
The patient receives continued cardiac monitoring in the intensive care unit . Once the patient is able to breathe on his/her own, the breathing tube is removed (extubation), if it is not removed immediately post-operatively
Should a person post operatively have a positive or negative fluid balance?
Usually positive fluid balance.
What aftercare is required post-operatively?
the patient is brought to a recovery room and vital signs, fluid status, dressings and surgical drains are monitored. Pain medications are offered and used as necessary. Breathing exercises are encouraged to maximize respiratory function
What are normal results for sedation?
normal or uncomplicated results for sedation include alleviation of anxiety and discomfort.The normal progression post procedure or post operatively would be to return to baseline brain functioning, unassisted breathing, and normal heart rate and rhythm
When to be concerned with post wrist surgery swelling?
Swelling is very common post-operatively. If swelling persists 2-4 weeks after surgery visit your GP for a check up.
Why should a patient be npo after kidney surgery?
Immediately post operatively, the kidneys may not be functioning as they should. The patient may have a degree of renal failure. This means that they may not be passing urine, or in simpler terms: the fluid that they may drink, will not be excreted. An increased build up of fluid in the body can cause cardiac/pulmonary issues such as cardiogenic shock or pulmonary oedema.
Why is your knee still so unstable and without strength six months after total knee replacement?
The commonest cause is usually a poorly balanced knee ie: poor surgical technique. other causes are nerve damage and lack of patient participation in physical therapy post operatively.
Should Surgery be Considered as an Alternative to Traditional Weight Loss Methods ?
While healthy eating choices, properly sized meals, and exercise are ideal weight loss methods, many people are unable to lose weight and keep it off. To determine if a patient is a good candidate for weight loss stomach surgery, information on various procedures and costs involved the patient should schedule an appointment with a bariatric physician. Patients with type 2 diabetes often experience a reversal. Many patients report less snoring and a disappearance in sleep apnea. An improvement in heart conditions are often cited post operatively. Mothers that become pregnant post operatively are less likely to raise overweight children.
Endless Meal Options for the Post Gastric Bypass Patient ?
The post gastric bypass diet progresses in several phases including clear liquids, semi-solids, soft foods, and after six weeks progressing to solid foods. There are foods such as alcohol, refined sugars, heavily marbled meats and bacon that a person should avoid after a gastric bypass. However, there are many healthy choices for a patient post operatively. Recipes are available for smoothies, vegetable dips, poultry, stews, salads, salmon steaks and other foods that are part of the post bypass diet. Often patients dwell on the foods that must be avoided, but with proper planning a variety of meal options are available.
How is post-operative bleeding treated in pancreatectomy patients?
In cases of postoperative bleeding, the patient may be returned to surgery to find the source of hemorrhage, or may undergo other procedures to stop the bleeding.
What is the success rate post-operatively after bariatric surgery.?
You can find out more about it here: www.bariatric-surgery.info/success-rates-weight-loss-surgery.htm. Please be sure to check with your doctor to see if it is right for you.
