Post Surgical Care
What is post-operative nursing care?
Post-operative nursing care constitutes a vital and comprehensive support system tailored for seniors during their post-surgery journey. This specialized care is strategically designed to facilitate a swift and effective recovery from physical injuries or ailments that hinder their day-to-day activities.
At its core, this form of care is meticulously orchestrated to address two key aspects: proficient pain management and the meticulous healing of surgical wounds. Through a combination of medical expertise, personalized attention, and advanced techniques, post-operative nursing care aims to mitigate discomfort and foster the optimal healing of incisions and surgical sites.
Why does one need postoperative nursing care?
Post-operative nursing care, also known as post-op care, immediately follows surgery, significantly impacting recovery. Tailored to each patient’s surgery and medical history, it ensures a personalized approach. Monitoring progress and intervening promptly, this care prevents complications and supports healing, fostering both physical and emotional well-being.
The dedicated post-operative nursing care team provides assessments, interventions, and guidance, aiding in pain management, wound care, and more. This collaborative effort between medical expertise and compassionate support drives successful recovery, making this phase an essential part of the healing journey.”
Benefits of post-operative nursing care
"Personalized Recovery Roadmap: Our Jot ElderCare team provides custom post-operative instructions, guiding individuals towards a swifter and more effective healing process."
- Assistance with day-to-day activities like feeding, personal hygiene, and washroom assistance.
- Monitoring the vitals of the patients and reporting any fluctuations to the doctors or the supervising nurse.
- Medical companionship to the patients for their medical tests and follow-ups with their doctors.
- Medication management is also taken care of by the post-op nursing care team, with regular follow-up and patient monitoring allowing them to do it efficiently.
- Continuous check of the basic body parameters of the patient such as blood pressure, sugar, and heart rate monitoring.
- Assistance with walking, movement, and exercises.
- Insertion and changing of Ryle’s tube and Foley’s catheters.
- Arranging doctor visits if required and assisting in hospital reviews.
