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K Litwack

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PubMed1990

Practical points in the care of the obstetric surgical patient.

Although not all PACUs provide care to patients postcesarean section, most PACUs do provide care to patients who are either pregnant for nonobstetric surgery or for patients terminating pregnancy. Although all of these patients will have postanesthetic priorities of airway, oxygenation, and cardiac stability, these priorities are intensified because of the physiological changes associated with pregnancy. Knowledge of these physiological changes can help increase the PACU nurse's ability to understand and meet the needs of the obstetric patient in the PACU.

Abortion, Induced↗
PubMed1990

Care of the patient post-abdominal aortic aneurysm repair.

Caring for the patient post-abdominal aortic aneurysm repair requires knowledge of pathophysiology and surgical procedure. By understanding these, the PACU nurse will be able to set appropriate patient priorities and optimize patient outcome.

Aorta, Abdominal↗
PubMed1990

Practical points in the care of the thoracic surgery patient.

There are three goals in caring for the patient who has undergone thoracic surgery: to optimize respiratory function, to assist the patient in liquifying and mobilizing secretions, and to promote ventilation of available lung tissue. This article discusses PACU assessment of the thoracic surgery patient and nursing priorities designed to promote these three goals.

Humans↗
PubMed1989

Practical points in the management of laryngospasm.

Laryngospasm is an emergency situation and must be promptly recognized. Without quick recognition and proper treatment, the patient's airway may occlude, leading to respiratory arrest followed by cardiac arrest. Because laryngospasm is a potential life-threatening postoperative event, the PACU nurse must remain a guardian of the airway.

Humans↗