A patient with a non-obstructing carcinoma of the sigmoid colon is being prepared for elective resection. To minimize the risk of postoperative infectious complications, what should be included in your planning?
APostoperative administration for 5 to 7 days of parenteral antibiotics effective against aerobes and anaerobes
BA single preoperative parenteral dose of antibiotic effective against aerobes and anaerobes may provide initial coverage.
CPostoperative administration for 2 to 4 days of parenteral antibiotics effective against aerobes and anaerobes
DAvoidance of oral antibiotics to prevent emergence of Clostridioides difficile
Ramesh met an accident with a car and has been in deep coma for the last 15 days. The most suitable route for the administration of protein and calories is by :
ACentral venous hyperalimentation
BNasogastric tube feeding
CJejunostomy tube feeding
DGastrostomy tube feeding
Optimum urine output in post-operative patient:
A2 ml/kg/hr
B1 ml/kg/hr
C3 ml/kg/hr
D4 ml/kg/hr
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