University:
Liberty University
Course:
BIOM 500 | Introduction to Biomedical Sciences
Academic year:

2024
Views:

489

Pages:

7
Author:

Sheha A.

**Care of Patients With Nausea** Nausea defined as an unpleasant wave-like sensation in the stomach, throat, or back of the throat. * **Food:** * Food should be bland. * Food should be in small portions so that the stomach can digest it easily. * Food should not be acidic hot. * Meals should be easily digested. * No fried and oily food. * No excess of spices and herbs. * No excess intake of fluids. **Preoperative Assessment** * **Check** the patient's medical and surgical history. * **Check** allergies & sensitivities like latex and so-forth. * **Find out** the floor, bed, and room number. * **Check** the patient's condition and the child's age. * **Check** the patient's abilities to follow instructions. **Ensure that the patient is fully prepared for the surgery.** * **Check** the patient's diet. * **Check** the patient's bowel preparation. * **Ensure** the patient has been given the necessary medications. * **Ensure** the patient is wearing hospital gown. **Get the patient ready for surgery.** * **Make sure** the patient has been well shaved. * **Check** the patient's vital signs. * **Ensure** the patient has no jewelry. * **Ensure** the patient has removed dentures, glasses, contact lenses, and hearing aids. * **Ask** the patient to sign the consent form. **Send the patient to the operating room.** **If patient feels sick, position him into a fowler's position with pillows.** **Provide table on the side, keep all necessary facilities belonging to the patient, so that he/she will feel well free.** **Place the towel over the chest and chin to protect clothing.** **Equipment** * A glass container * A bowl of water * Cotton swabs * Stethoscope * Bowl with water * Cotton-tipped applicators * Dressing forceps * Small container of water * Disposable gloves **The nurse should give the water to clean the mouth of the patient.** **Ensure that the patient does not spit out water.** **Take all articles to the utility room, discard the waste there.** **Clean the area and make sure the patient is comfortable.**