Terms
What is recovery?
A return to your original/normal state
What does the green tank hold on an anesthesia machine?
oxygen
What is the purpose of a pre-operative evaluation?
to determine the patient's risk factors to anesthesia and to prevent any complications
Sometimes patients develop this when cat gut suture is used.
allergic reaction- irritation
These are used to cut delicate tissue.
metzenbaum scissors
What is induction?
Giving of IV anesthetic to relax patient enough for intubation.
What does a blue handle/label stand for?
nitrous oxide
What two vital signs must always be taken just before induction?
weight/ temperature
Sutures should remain intact how many days post-op?
standard time = 10-14 days post-operation
What is a snook hook used for?
To pull out uterus horns during a spay surgery.
What is anamnesis?
Medical history
These absorb excess carbon dioxide and prevent hypercarbia.
Soda lime granules in absorption canister
Noting this indicates how well blood is flowing to the organs/tissues.
CRT = capillary refill time
This results when an accumulation of blood gathers underneath the skin.
hematoma
This is the proper way to fold a surgical drape/gown for sterilization.
fan-fold or accordion fold
What does the suffix -rrhapy mean?
the act of suturing
Where does the liquid anesthesia mix with oxygen to form vapors?
the vaporizer
What does EENT stand for?
EENT = eyes, ears, nose and throat
What is a seroma?
fluid gathers underneath of the skin
presurgical scrubbing can involve these two agents (liquids)
betadine (x 3) AND alcohol (x3) -alternate
What is the difference between contamination and infection?
contamination =introducing microorganisms to a site
infection = the growth of microorganisms which causes harmful results
If a patient requires more inhalant anesthesia during surgery, what do you increase?
Oxygen- helps carry more gas anesthesia to the patient's lungs
A patient that displays yellow skin may be suffering from....
kidney failure, liver complications
A patient develops a fever post-op. What could this signify?
an infection
What are the four stages of anesthesia in veterinary surgery?
Induction, Intubation, Inhalant anesthesia (maintenance) AND recovery