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COM |
DTE |
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Demonstrate knowledge and ability to receive and monitor client in prep room or pre-surgery care as appropriate: |
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| CM-05-01 |
provide explanations and demonstrate a caring attitude to the client |
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| CM-05-02 |
provide information, materials, and support for client and family |
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| CM-05-03 |
check each pre-operative chart for completeness as per policy, i.e., identification, history, prior surgery, allergy check, hemoglobin and urinalysis |
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| CM-05-04 |
seek verbal confirmation of the following from the client for name, doctor, operative site, NPO, dentures, jewellery, medications and allergies |
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| CM-05-05 |
provide the client with warm blankets, pillows, and other comfort measures |
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| CM-05-06 |
attach all necessary monitoring devices, i.e., blood pressure, oxygen, E.C.G. |
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| CM-05-07 |
provide O2 when required or ordered by doctor |
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| CM-05-08 |
check all fluids levels i.e., IV and drainage unit |
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| CM-05-09 |
attach patient equipment to electrical outlet if battery supply is low |
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| CM-05-10 |
assist surgeons and anethestists with physical examinations of client providing necessary equipment and providing privacy for client |
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| CM-05-11 |
assist anesthetist with topical, retrobulbular, local anesthetic, administration of eye medication, initiation of IV site |
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| CM-05-12 |
maintain knowledge of crash cart, defibrillator, and code criteria. |
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