RESPIRATORY
PATIENT WITH PREVIOUS LUNG SURGERY
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Administer lidocaine spray
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Provide ice chips to suck on.
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Apply a cool mist oxygen face tent
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Provide adequate pain control.
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Detailed explanation-1: -The nurse should be aware of these post-procedure nursing interventions after bronchoscopy: Assess bleeding episodes. Observe the patient’s sputum and report for any excessive bleeding. Explain that a minimal amount of blood streak is expected and normal for few hours after the procedure.
Detailed explanation-2: -Keep NPO until gag reflex returns and patient can safely swallow – prevents aspiration. Monitor for possible complications: Bleeding. Bronchospasm.
Detailed explanation-3: -Do not eat anything for 2 hours after the procedure. Rest when you feel tired. Getting enough sleep will help you recover. Avoid strenuous activities, such as bicycle riding, jogging, weight lifting, or aerobic exercise, until your doctor says it is okay.
Detailed explanation-4: -Bleeding that lasts longer that 24 hours or if it increases (report amounts greater that blood-streaked mucus). Fever (temperature over 100F) that lasts more than 24 hours. Shortness of breath or chest pain. Coughing-up large amounts of blood. More items