PQ Pilot PQ6 – Post-Operative Recovery Questions (Pre-Course)
Part 6 – Immediate Post-Operative Recovery Quiz
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Question 1
An abduction pillow is placed;
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Following the procedure you will be transferred to the recovery unit, where you will be nursed until you are fit to return to the ward.
Here, you will be closely monitored for;
- Blood pressure and pulse.
- Oxygen levels in the blood.
- Intravenous fluids will be administered.
- Respiratory rate.
- Consciousness.
- Urinary output.
- Wound observation.
- Pain management.
- You will have an abduction pillow between your legs.
- A routine plain x-ray will be taken of the hip.
See video: 00:00 – 00:40
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Question 2
A Deep Venous Thrombosis is a;
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You will be commenced on preventative treatment for deep venous thrombosis (DVT), or blood clots. This usually involves administering an anti-coagulant medication, either orally or by injection.
This is usually administered for the entire hospital stay. You may be discharged home on anti-coagulation for up to 6 weeks.
These medications can cause excessive bleeding in the event of cuts or bruising, so it is important to be careful during this time.
See video: 00:52 – 01:22
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Question 3
If your wound is oozing after discharge you should;
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If your wound continues to ooze 2 days following discharge from the hospital, you should contact the liaison team for advice.
See video: 01:30 – 01:37
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Question 4
Anaemia refers to;
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It is routine to perform blood tests in the immediate post-operative period to assess renal function and to check for post-operative anaemia due to blood loss.
In circumstances where the haemoglobin is unacceptably low (<8g/dL), or if you have symptoms of anaemia, including;
- Light-headedness.
- Tiredness.
- Confusion.
- Tachycardia (fast pulse).
- Hypotension (low blood pressure).
It may be necessary to administer a blood transfusion.
This blood will be a perfect match for your blood group.
Occasionally a patient will suffer a reaction to transfusion, causing a high temperature.
See video: 02:29 – 03:14
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Question 5
Intravenous antibiotics are typically given after surgery for;
Hint
It is routine to administer intravenous antibiotics for a period of 24 hours following your hip replacement surgery.
This reduces, but does not eliminate the risk of infection. The antibiotics may be continued for longer if there is concern regarding the wound.
See video: 03:15 – 03:35
