UrinaryRetention		To be performed q shift when a patient has an external fixator.
Atelectasis		Almost all of our patients have this. We are constantly playing 'catch-up'.
Nausea		Patients may experience __________, or feel as if this is the 'end of the world'.
Decubitus		May be used to prevent foot-drop on a patient with an external fixator.
DeepVeinThrombosis		A bladder scanner can be used to assess for this.
Falls		All of our patients are at risk for _____. Give them a green bracelet.
Pain		If a patient aspirates before, during, or after surgery, __________ can develop.
Infection		This can occur when the patient remains in the same position for too long.
Hemoglobin		If a patient has a history of MRSA, place them in _________.
PinCare		Can be placed on the bed to help protect the skin.
Arthritis		Many of our patients with fractures may have this in their joints in the future.
Constipation		The patient may be hypoxic, tachycardic, have chest pain, and may just feel 'restless'.
CompartmentSyndrome		Prescribed for post patients pre
Bactroban		Common side-effect of anesthesia and pain meds.
PulmonaryEmbolism		Immobility, narcotics, and anesthesia may cause this.
ChlorhexadineWipes		This may happen when there is too much swelling after a fracture or surgery.
Lovenox		Should be used on affected extremities to assist with elevation.
Pneumonia		This can occur when patients do shallow breathing or post-op.
Pillows		Placed in the nares, should be used pre-op and post-op.
Exfixshoe		Patients use this to expand their lung volume.
AirMattress		A positive 'Homan's sign' can indicate your patient has a ______________.
Depression		If this value is low, some doctors will order a blood transfusion.
Isolation		These wipes help to prevent infection after surgery.
Incentive Spirometer		All surgeries come with this risk. We monitor vital signs
SCD		Can be placed on the lower extremities to help with circulation.