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Implement postoperative care measures, such as pain management, wound care, and monitoring for complications.Facilitate communication and collaboration among the surgical team members to ensure a safe and efficient surgical environment.Assist with positioning the client appropriately during surgery and provide necessary support and comfort.Monitor the client’s vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen saturation, throughout the perioperative period.Ensure proper informed consent is obtained prior to the surgical procedure.Administer preoperative medications as prescribed, including premedication for anxiety or prophylactic antibiotics.Educate the client about the surgical procedure, expected outcomes, and postoperative recovery process.Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop a comprehensive perioperative plan for the client, including preoperative preparation and postoperative care.Perform preoperative assessments to evaluate the client’s overall health status and identify potential risks or contraindications for surgery.The following are the nursing priorities for patients in surgery: The absence or limitation of preoperative preparation and teaching increases the need for postoperative support in addition to managing underlying medical conditions. Nurses provide care of a client before, during, and after a surgical operation, this is collectively called Perioperative Nursing. It is a specialized nursing area wherein a registered nurse works as a team member with other surgical health care professionals. Nurses have a variety of roles and functions associated with the patient’s surgical management. Administer Medications and Provide Pharmacologic Support Initiating Postoperative Patient Education and Health Teachings Promoting Infection Control and Preventing Infections Although surgery is generally elective or pre-planned, potentially life-threatening conditions can arise, requiring emergency intervention.

Surgical intervention may be needed to diagnose or cure a specific disease process, correct a deformity, restore a functional process, or reduce the level of dysfunction.

In this article, we will outline the 12 important nursing care plans for patients undergoing surgery, with a focus on perioperative client care. Nursing care plans are essential for patients undergoing surgery, as they help ensure that the patient receives comprehensive and effective care throughout their perioperative journey.
