Whine-y Gyne
Gyne assessment that should be done Q4H - don't forget to roll your patient!
What is a pad check or PVF assessment
This kind of solution is always used to irrigate CBI’s
What is normal saline
This type of ostomy has two openings – don’t let it throw you for a loop!
What is a loop ileostomy
This cream is considered to be a wound care dressing
What is triad
A common medication used to manage post-operative bleeds
What is transexamic acid
This referral is needed for any patients going home with a urostomy
What is home nursing care
A common type of medication that is prescribed when a patient may have a post-operative pancreatic leak
What is sandostatin or octreotide
A pressure injury that looks like a scrape or shallow crater on the skin
What is a stage 2 pressure ulcer
A post-operative intervention for patients with vaginal hysterectomies as well as pelvic floor repairs
What is vaginal packing
This catheter technique is applied by the surgeon to assist with bleeding after TURPs and TURBTs
What is traction
This type of lymph node dissection usually paired with mastectomy surgery requires a check in with physio prior to going home
What is an axillary node dissection
This specialty dressing is made from algae and is great at wicking moisture away from the wound bed
What is alginate
The recommended type of hysterectomy based on low rate of complications & fastest OR time
What is a vaginal hysterectomy
This type of syringe is essential when irrigating neobladders or TURBTs due to it’s low pressure and flow
What is a bulb syringe
This dressing should be applied tightly and removed after 24 hours. Don’t forget to monitor closely for re-bleeding!
What is a pressure dressing
The type of dressing nursing should apply to lower limbs if unsure of blood flow
What is a dry dressing
A gyne diagnosis that typically presents with heavy bleeding, lightheadedness, and can have a sudden increase in abdominal pain that can radiate into the back and or shoulder found in younger women
What is a ruptured ectopic pregnancy
This type of medical imaging is completed POD5 for a patient with a new neobladder to look for a urine leak
What is a Kochogram
10-45% of patients will develop hypocalcemia after this surgery – Chvostek & Trousseau assessments come in handy if serum levels aren’t available…
What is a thyroidectomy
This specialty VAC can be left on for up to 5-7 days
What is a Prevena VAC