ZONES OF THE OR
Name the three zones of The OR
Unrestricted
Semi-restricted
Restricted
Is it recommended to perform wound dressing without gloves?
NO!!!!
A diagnosis of Bronchiectasis can be confirmed by what?
CT Scan
How can Acute Coronary Syndrome be diagnosed?
EKG or Chest X-ray
A client's nutritional status may also be assessed using what factors?
Height
Weight
BMI
Which zone will street wear be appropriate?
Unrestricted
What helps promote the wound healing process?
Good nutrition
Adequate hydration
How can COPD be prevented?
STOP SMOKING!!!!!!
What term is used to define signs and symptoms that indicate unstable angina or acute myocardial infarction?
Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Which grade of COPD would be considered moderate?
Grade 2
Only nurses, surgeons, and anesthesiologists are allowed in this zone
Restricted
What are common signs of infection?
Redness
Swelling
Drainage
Fever
What is a common indicator that a patient has COPD?
Barrel Chest
What is chest pain brought about by myocardial ischemia?
Angina Pectoris
What labs are used to assess nutritional health status?
Albumin
Protein
Glucose
Which zone is considered the transition zone?
Semi-restricted zone
What is the MOST IMPORTANT thing to do prior to doing a dressing change?
Perform proper hand hygiene
Which disease causes irreversible dilation of bronchi and bronchioles?
BRONCHIECTASIS
What lifestyle modifications can a nurse suggest to a patient to reduce their risk of developing Coronary disease?
STOP SMOKING!!!
Low-salt diet
Exercise
What do you call the removal of the ENTIRE lung?
Pneumonectomy
What is the purpose of the OR being divided into three zones?
To maintain safety, sterility, and efficiency
What are the priority things to assess for prior to changing wound dressing?
Mental status
Signs of complications
Pain
What is the #1 risk factor associated with respiratory disease?
SMOKING!!!!!!
Which medications are most commonly administered for treating ACS?
Aspirin
Morphine
Anticoagulants
What are three common ways to diagnose COPD?
Pulmonary Function Tests
ABG's
High-resolution CT Scans