What Is Perioperative Nursing?

What is the Preoperative phase?

What are the benefits of technological advancements in surgical operations?

How have advancements in anesthesias and medications benefitted the surgical process?

What are the surgical classifications?

Why do we do preadmission testing?

What are some special considerations during the perioperative period?

Gerontologic Considerations

Bariatric Considerations

Considerations for Patients with Disabilities

Considerations for Patients Undergoing Ambulatory Surgery

Considerations for Patients Undergoing Emergency Surgery

What is Informed Consent?

What is the nurse's role in obtaining informed consent?

What must be assessed during the preoperative phase?

Nutritional and Fluid Status

Dentition

Alcohol or Drug Use

Respiratory Status

Cardiovascular Status

Hepatic and Renal Function

Endocrine Function

Immune Function

Previous Medication Use

What nursing interventions should take place during the preoperative phase?

What are some patient teachings a nurse might provide during the preoperative phase?

What are some patient teachings a nurse might provide during the preoperative phase? (Cont'd.)

Managing Nutrition and Fluids

Preparing the Bowel

Preparing the Skin

What immediate interventions should be done prior to the procedure?

Administering Preanesthetic Medication

Maintaining the Preoperative Record