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A nurse has received a patient who has underwent a surgical procedure under conscious sedation. Which of the following assessment is most important for a nurse to make postoperatively in this patient?

A nurse has received a patient who has underwent a surgical procedure under conscious sedation. Which of the following assessment is most important for a nurse to make postoperatively in this patient? Correct Answer Rage and depth of breathing

Concept:

  • Conscious sedation -> The patient stays awake -> Pain receptors are blocked and sedation is there.
  • Postoperative -> After the operation.
  • Postoperative assessment is done to check whether the patient is in a stable condition.

Explanation:

NOTE -> In an any emergent condition or when patient is under postoperative care the most priority interventions goes for -> Breathing 

  • Sedation -> result in depression in respiration.
  • The CNS -> Suppressed in conscious sedation -> Depending on dosage of drugs administered.
  • Medullary respiratory function -> Responsible for normal breathing.
  • Nurse must assess the range and depth of breathing -> Post operatively -> Ensure respiratory function is proper.

Additional Information

  • Pain assessment -> It is natural to have some pain after a surgical procedure -> Managed with medications.
  • Urine output -> Generally reduced
  • Ability to swallow liquids -> Voluntary functions are not affected.

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