CST Domain 3: Postoperative Procedures

When monitoring a patient for postoperative bleeding, which of the following signs would be considered the earliest indicator?

Which method is preferred for the immediate postoperative management of a surgical wound with a high risk of infection?

After an abdominal surgery, a patient exhibits signs of an acute abdomen. Which of the following is the most concerning symptom that requires immediate intervention?

In the postoperative phase, the surgical technologist notices that the patient's surgical site is exhibiting signs of dehiscence. What is the most appropriate immediate action?

Which of the following is the primary concern when a patient experiences hypothermia during the postoperative period?

Following an orthopedic surgery, a patient is complaining of chest pain and shortness of breath. What is the most likely complication?

When dealing with a postoperative patient who has developed a fever within the first 24 hours after surgery, which of the following is the most common cause?

In the management of postoperative surgical drains, which of the following indicates a potential complication that requires immediate attention?

When assessing a postoperative patient for signs of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which of the following symptoms would be most concerning?

For a patient who has undergone abdominal surgery, which of the following signs would most likely indicate an internal hemorrhage in the immediate postoperative period?