How do nurses care for surgical wounds?
Keeping the site clean, monitoring for infection, changing dressings as needed
What is the importance of documentation?
It ensures accurate communication, legal protection, and continuity of care
How do nurses handle patient anxiety?
Providing information, emotional support, and involving family when appropriate
What are early signs of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
Swelling, redness, warmth, and pain in the affected limb
How do nurses manage fluid and electrolyte imbalances?
Monitoring intake/output, lab values, and administering IV fluids as ordered
What is the nurse’s role in medication administration?
Ensuring the right drug, dose, patient, route, and time (“5 rights”).
How do nurses assist with respiratory complications?
Monitoring oxygen levels, encouraging deep breathing/coughing, and administering oxygen therapy
What should be included in discharge planning?
Medication instructions, activity limitations, wound care, follow-up appointments, and emergency contacts
How are hospital-acquired infections prevented?
Through hand hygiene, PPE use, aseptic technique, and isolation when necessary
What vital signs should be closely monitored in post-op patients?
Temperature, pulse, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation