Question

Graft Surveillance (What should be done prior to examination & patient's position?)

Answer 1

Prior to examination, the patient should receive prophylactic antibiotics, ensure essential imaging results are available, introduce the team members and confirm patient's identity, evaluate patient's airway and risk of aspiration, and verify patient's identity, surgical site, and procedure.

Step-by-step explanation:

Prior to examination, several things should be done:

• Confirm that prophylactic antibiotics have been administered at least 60 minutes before incision or determine that antibiotics are not necessary.
• Ensure that all essential imaging results for the correct patient are displayed in the operating room.
• Introduce all team members by name and role, confirm the patient's identity, surgical site, and procedure, and review anticipated critical events.
• Verify the patient's identity, surgical site, and procedure, ensure the pulse oximeter is on and functioning, and determine if the patient has any known allergies.
• Evaluate the patient's airway and risk of aspiration and ensure appropriate equipment and assistance are available.

Patient's position during the examination may vary depending on the specific procedure being performed.