Post-op care — Flashcards

What is presentation of paralytic ileus postop? _____

Aspirin, NSAIDs, and Vitamin E should be stopped 2 weeks before surgery to reduce risk of _____

The most common causes of post-operative fever (> 100.4) may be remembered with the "5 W's": POD 2-3: _____ POD 3-5: Water (UTI) POD 5+: Walking (DVT/PE) POD 7: Wound infection POD 8-15: Wonder drugs (drug fever)

When do you suspect ARDS postop (imaging, background)? _____

Erosion of blood vessels due to a surgical site infection results in hemorrhage _____ following surgery

Post-operative pulmonary complications may be reduced with pre-operative _____

Is bariatric surgery contraindicated in patients with gastroesophageal reflux? _____

What is tx for postop urinary retention? _____

Cardiovascular risk factors and a painless, pulsatile mass at the midinguinal point with a systolic bruit = _____

Management of **wound infection** (post-op day 7 fever) _____