The amount of discomfort following surgery depends on many things, including the type of surgery performed. Typical discomforts may include: Nausea and vomiting from general anesthesia Sore throat (caused by the tube placed in the windpipe for breathing during surgery) Soreness, pain, and swelling around the incision site Restlessness
and sleeplessness Thirst Constipation and gas (flatulence) What complications may occur after surgery?Sometimes, complications can occur after surgery. These are the most common complications. Complications may include:
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What is the most common post op complication?The most common postoperative complications include fever, small lung blockages, infection, pulmonary embolism (PE) and deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Some complications listed here are very serious but most people having surgery will not experience them.
What are 5 postoperative complications?What complications may occur after surgery?. Shock. ... . Hemorrhage. ... . Wound infection. ... . Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). ... . Pulmonary embolism. ... . Lung (pulmonary) complications. ... . Urinary retention. ... . Reaction to anesthesia.. What are the major complications associated with postoperative clients?Complications may include:. Shock - Shock is the dangerous reduction of blood flow throughout the body. ... . Hemorrhage - Hemorrhage means bleeding. ... . Wound infection - When bacteria enter the site of surgery, an infection can result. ... . Deep vein thrombosis - Sometimes blood clotting occurs within deep-lying veins.. Which cardiovascular complications can arise after surgery?Cardiovascular and peripheral circulatory system complications seen in postoperative patients may include dysrhythmias, bleeding, myocardial infarction, PE, and/or DVT.
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