Post-op check
Formal Definition
A bedside evaluation of a patient after surgery to assess for complications, pain control, and recovery.
How It's Used on the Ward
"Go do post-op checks" - visit each surgical patient and update the team.
Example
""Post-op check on Mrs. Rodriguez: vitals stable, wound clean/dry/intact, tolerating sips of water, pain controlled with PO meds, voiding well.""
Clinical Context
Post-op checks follow a standard format. Knowing what to look for (fever, wound issues, urinary retention, ileus) makes you useful.
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