Pre-Operative Nursing Care
Lecturer Amin Yasin
ALPHA UNIVERSITY
Date: 19 Oct, 2024
Slide 5: Key Components of Pre-Operative Care 1.
Informed Consent: Ensure the patient understands the
procedure and has signed the consent form. 2. Fasting
Guidelines: Typically, no food or drinks 6–8 hours before
surgery. 3. Pre-Operative Hygiene: Encourage
bathing with antiseptic soap. 4. Bowel Preparation: If
required, ensure the patient follows bowel prep
instructions. 5. Removal of Personal Items: Remove
jewelry, dentures, glasses, and prosthetics. .
Learning Objectives
• Understand the role of the nurse in pre-operative care
• Identify key components of pre-operative assessments.
• Recognize the importance of patient education before
surgery.
• Understand common pre-operative medications and
interventions.
• Learn how to prepare the patient physically and
emotionally for surgery. •
Introduction to Pre-Operative
Care
• Definition: Pre-operative care involves the
preparation of a patient before surgery to ensure they are
physically and emotionally ready for the procedure.
• Role of Nurses: Assess, educate, and prepare the patient
to minimize risks and promote a successful surgical
outcome
Pre-Operative Assessment
• Medical History: Review of past medical history,
previous surgeries, allergies, and current medications.
• Physical Assessment: Vital signs, cardiovascular and
respiratory assessments, lab results, and diagnostic tests.
• Psychosocial Assessment: Patient’s emotional and
mental readiness for surgery, support systems, and coping
mechanisms.
Slide 7: Pre-Operative Medications • Common Medications: •
Anxiolytics (e.g., lorazepam) to reduce anxiety. • Antibiotics to
prevent infection.• Anticholinergics to reduce secretions. •
Prophylactic Antiemetics to prevent nausea and vomiting. •
Nurse’s Role: Ensure correct dosage and timing of pre-operative
medications.Slide 8: Pre-Operative Checklist • Final Verification:
Check the patient’s identity, surgical site, allergies, and consent. •
Pre-Surgery Documentation: Ensure all necessary documentation is
complete. • Transport: Safely transport the patient to the
operating room, ensuring proper handover to the surgical team.
Patient Education
• Procedure Explanation: Provide clear information about
the surgical procedure, what to expect before, during, and
after surgery.
• Post-Operative Care: Teach the patient about deep
breathing, coughing exercises, mobility, and pain
management after surgery.
• Discharge Planning: Discuss home care plans,
medications, and follow-up appointments.
Physical Preparation
• Patient Positioning: Ensure the patient is comfortable
and positioned correctly for the procedure.
• Prevention of Complications: Apply anti-embolism
stockings or sequential compression devices to prevent
deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
• Surgical Site Preparation: Verify the surgical site is
marked and prepared (clean and shaved, if necessary).
Summary
• Pre-operative care is critical to ensuring a successful
surgical outcome.
• Nurses play a key role in assessing, preparing, and
supporting patients before surgery.
• Patient education, medication management, and emotional
support are essential components of pre-operative care.
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