Atelectasis
Partial Collapse of the lung
Hypoxia
low oxygen in the body’s tissues
DVT
Causes
Deep Vein Thrombosis
Prophylactic
given to PREVENT a problem
Protects ahead of time
Prophylactic antibiotics
prevent infection before surgery
Prophylactic anticoagulants
prevent blood clots after surgery
Prophylactic vaccines
prevent disease
An Elevated WBC count is what?
An immune response
malignant hyperthermia
a dangerous reaction to anesthesia, body goes into overdrive causing the body to Contract hard (rigidity), Burn tons of energy, Produce heat FAST, Release lots of CO₂
If malignant hyperthermia is not treated quickly it can cause
cardiac arrest, organ failure, death
Restlessness after surgery is an early sign of
early hypoxia or shock sign
Coughing and the use of an incentive spirometer after surgery prevents
atelectasis, pneumonia, hypoxia
Poor positioning during surgery can cause
Nerve damage, pressure injuries, and impaired circulation
COPD
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
OSA
obstructive sleep apnea
CAD
Coronary Artery Disease
CHF
Congestive Heart Failure
Multimodal therapy
using more than one type of treatment together to get better results
Maxillofacial surgeries
surgeries of the face, jaw, mouth, and facial bones
Edematous
swollen from fluid build up
Cyanotic
bluish color of the skin, lips, or nails due to low oxygen
Bronchodilator
a medication that opens up the airways in the lungs
Corticosteroids
medications that reduce inflammation and suppress the immune response
Anticholinergic
a medication that blocks acetylcholine (a nerve chemical)
dries secretions, relaxes airways, and slows certain body functions