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What should a pacemaker implant patient learn about his new device?
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hat will indicate that the pacemaker is failing and when should emergency care be sought?How long will the battery function and when should it be replaced?Will there be notification of manufacturer recalls?
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How long is the hospital stay for a pacemaker implant patient?
Patients undergoing surgical pacemaker implantation usually stay in the hospital overnight.
What should a pacemaker implant patient know about his surgeon prior to surgery?
How many pacemaker implants has the physician performed?What type of pacemaker will be implanted, univentricular or biventricular, and how many of the specific procedure has the physician performed?
What could occur during a pacemaker implant patient's first post-op check-up?
During this visit, the doctor will make any necessary adjustments to the settings of the pacemaker.
When is electrosurgery contraindicated?
If the patient has a pacemaker or cardiac rhythm device it must be demagnetized during electrocautery usage, which still should be kept in minimal, short intervals
If a patient is seen for a rash on the heel of the foot by the same physician who implanted a pacemaker 20 days earlier, would you bill for the office service for the rash?
Yes, it is unrelated to the implant of the pacemaker and you should need to amend the E/M service code to add modifier -24(unrelated E/M service).
What precautions are associated with defibrillation?
Defibrillation should not be performed on a patient who has a pulse or is alert.The paddles used in the procedure should not be placed on a woman's breasts or over an internal pacemaker
How is the patient prepared for the penile prostheses implant surgery?
The patient should be informed of risks and benefits and the sexual partner should be involved in discussions. Prior to surgery, antibacterial cleansing occurs and the surrounding areas are shaved.
What information sharing should be done prior to a penile implant procedure?
Surgery always requires a patient who is adequately informed about the procedure's risks and benefits. The sexual partner should also be involved in the discussion.
What should a patient learn about his doctor prior to penile implant surgery?
Is the surgeon board certified?How many penile prosthesis procedures has the surgeon performed?What is the surgeon's complication rate?
Does a pacemaker beat?
You should not be able to hear your pacemaker. If you do, it could be due to a malfunction and you need to see your doctor.
Should you use an electric blanket if you have a pacemaker?
No, but an electric blanket can interfere with a pacemaker. Furthermore, electric blankets are dangerous in general!
Can you take Viagra with pacemaker?
You should discuss this with your cardiologist.
