Post-operative nursing procedures
| Site: | EHC | Egyptian Health Council |
| Course: | دلائل الاجراءات التمريضية لقسم العمليات |
| Book: | Post-operative nursing procedures |
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| Date: | Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 11:39 PM |
Description
"last update: 9 March 2025" تحميل الدليل
- Prepared by
Operation Room guide
Under supervision
- Prof. Dr. Mohamed Latif, CEO of the Egyptian Health Council
Dr. Kawthar Mahmoud, Head of the Egyptian Nursing Syndicate - Member of the Senate
Prepared by
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Title |
Name |
NO. |
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Dean Of Faculty Nursing, Professor of Medical and Surgical Nursing, Tanta University |
Dr Afaf Abdel Aziz Abdel Aziz Basal |
1 |
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Professor Of Critical Care Nursing |
Prof.Dr/Zeinab Hussain Ali |
2 |
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Professor And Head of the Department of Medical Surgical Nursing. Faculty-. Benha University |
Amal Said Taha Refaie |
3 |
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Supervisor Of the Education Sector at Port Said University |
Amal Ahmed Khalil Morsy |
4 |
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Professor Of Medical Surgical Nursing- Faculty of Nursing- Cairo University |
Dr. Hanan Ahmed Al Sebaee |
5 |
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Head of central administration on secondment at MOHP |
Dr Neveen ab drab al0nabi Mohamed |
6 |
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Director Of Primary Health Care Nursing Department at MOHP. |
Maysa Hosny Ahmed Tammam |
7 |
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Supervisor Of Technical Education- EHA |
Nancy Alaa Eldeen Abd-Elbaset Ali |
8 |
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Supervisor Of Nursing Services Development- EHA |
Sherien Mohamed Saad |
9 |
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Assistant Professor of Maternity and Neonatal Health Nursing - Faculty of Nursing- Ain Shams University |
Assist.Perof. Dr./Heba Mahmoud Mohammed |
10 |
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General manager of general administration of health institutes affairs |
Dr Mai Galal Ibrahim Al-Assal |
11 |
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Participants |
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Head of nursing administration at EHA |
Mr. Adham Abdel Nasser Okasha |
12 |
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member of the Nursing administration at EHA, luxor branch |
Mr. Gehad Akram Hussein |
13 |
- Post-operative nursing procedures
Proper nursing care after surgery is essential to ensure patient safety and promote recovery. Here are the key steps followed by the nursing team:
1. Continuous Monitoring
- Vital Signs: Regularly monitor pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiratory rate.
- Consciousness & Responsiveness: Assess the patient's level of awareness and interaction.
2. Pain Management
- Evaluate pain levels using appropriate scales.
- Administer pain relievers as needed and document accordingly.
3. Wound Assessment
- Regularly inspect the surgical site for signs of infection such as redness, swelling, or abnormal discharge.
- Change dressings as per the doctor’s instructions.
4. Complication Prevention
- Monitor vital signs for signs of shock or blood clots.
- Encourage deep breathing exercises to improve circulation and prevent pneumonia.
5. Nutrition
- Assess the patient's ability to eat and drink.
- Provide light, appropriate meals based on medical recommendations.
6. Psychological Support
- Offer emotional support and counseling to the patient and family.
- Explain what to expect during the recovery period.
7. Health Education
- Provide guidance on wound care, prescribed medications, and follow-up importance.
- Educate the patient on warning signs such as severe pain or unusual swelling.
8. Encouraging Mobility
- Assist the patient in sitting up and moving as soon as possible.
- Promote light exercises to prevent blood clots and improve circulation.
9. Follow-Up Scheduling
- Ensure that postoperative appointments with the doctor are scheduled.
Each patient requires individualized care, so these procedures should be tailored based on the patient’s needs and the type of surgery performed.