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EMERGENCY MEDICINE

Emergency medicine stands as a vital medical specialty within the health landscape, acting as the first line of defense in critical situations that threaten the health and life of patients. Its dynamic and multidisciplinary approach makes it a fundamental pillar for comprehensive health care, providing immediate and specialized support in the most challenging moments". Concept and scope of emergency medicine Emergency medicine is defined as the branch of medicine that is responsible for the evaluation, diagnosis and initial treatment of patients who have acute or traumatic pathologies that compromise their health status immediately. Its scope of action ranges from pre-hospital care, provided at the scene of the incident, to the stabilization and management of the patient in the hospital emergency department. THE DOCTORS AND NURSES HANDBOOK General Medical and Nursing Practice and Theory for Hospital Staff Paperback version, 7X10 Full 16 Font Types of medical...
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INTRA-OPERATIVE MONITORING OF THE PATIENT DURING SURGERY

** Monitoring of the Emergency Patient: A Multidisciplinary Approach **


Urgency in the operating room demands a rapid and coordinated response from the entire medical team.** From the moment a patient is classified as an emergency and scheduled for surgery, a rigorous monitoring process begins that involves surgeons, nurses, and other health professionals.

** Preparing the Surgeon for a Surgical Emergency **

Surgeons, as leaders of the surgical team, play a crucial role in the care of emergency patients. Their preparation involves:

* Deep knowledge of the pathology: The surgeon must have a thorough knowledge of the medical condition that requires immediate surgery, as well as the possible complications and treatments.

* Availability: Surgeons on call must always be ready to respond to emergency calls and arrive at the operating room in the shortest possible time.

* Coordination with other teams: They must coordinate closely with anesthesiologists, circulating nurses, and other specialists to ensure a safe and efficient surgical intervention.

* Constant updating:** Medicine evolves rapidly, so surgeons must stay up to date with the latest surgical techniques and treatments.

** Nursing Documentation: An Essential Record

Nursing staff play a critical role in documenting the surgical process. This documentation not only serves as a historical record, but is also essential for the continuity of patient care and for assessing the quality of care. Key aspects that must be documented include:

* Preoperative assessment: Before surgery, nurses must record the patient's vital signs, laboratory test results, relevant medical history, and any allergies.

* Patient preparation: The patient's preparation for surgery must be documented, including the administration of preoperative medications, placement of intravenous lines, and verification of patient identification.

* Intraoperative: During surgery, nurses should record incision and closure times, blood loss, fluid and medication administration, and any complications that arise.

* Immediate postoperative: After surgery, nurses should document the patient's condition, including vital signs, pain level, amount of drainage, and any other relevant observations.

THE DOCTORS AND NURSES HANDBOOK

General Medical and Nursing Practice and Theory for Hospital Staff


Paperback version, 7X10 Full 16 Font


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