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Preoperative and postoperative procedural work

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"last update: 10 April 2025"                                                                                      تحميل الدليل  

- Description of the Patient's Journey from the Inpatient Department to Surgery and Vice Versa

1. Admission to the Inpatient Department
When the patient is admitted to the hospital, the treatment process begins with a comprehensive assessment of their health condition. The patient is admitted to the inpatient department after completing the following procedures:

  • Registration: The patient's personal and medical information is recorded, and health insurance is verified if necessary.
  • Medical Evaluation: The attending physician conducts a thorough medical assessment, including initial examinations and the patient's medical history.
  • Treatment Plan Determination: Based on the evaluation, a treatment plan is developed, which includes prescribed medications and any additional tests required.

2. Preparing the Patient for Surgery
When the patient requires surgery, they are prepared through the following steps:

  • Informing the Patient: The patient is informed about the details of the surgery, its objectives, and potential risks.
  • Additional Tests: The patient may need to undergo additional tests such as laboratory analyses or imaging studies.
  • Surgical Preparation: This includes specific instructions such as fasting before the surgery, discontinuing certain medications, and providing surgical attire.

3. Transfer to the Operating Room
The patient is transferred to the operating room through organized procedures:

  • Patient Transfer: The patient is moved by a team of nurses or inpatient staff to the operating room.
  • Final Examination: Before the surgery begins, the medical team performs a final examination to ensure the patient is ready and the information is accurate. 

4. Performing the Surgery
In the operating room, the surgery is carried out under the supervision of a specialized surgical team:

  • Final Preparation: The patient is prepared for surgery, including anesthesia and cleaning the surgical area.
  • Surgery Execution: The surgical procedure is performed according to the pre-established plan.
  • Monitoring: The patient's condition is monitored during the surgery to ensure their stability.

5. Recovery from Surgery
After the surgery, the patient is transferred to the recovery room for monitoring:

  • Patient Awakening: The patient is monitored until they fully regain consciousness from the anesthesia.
  • Evaluation: The patient's condition is assessed to ensure there are no immediate complications.

6. Return to the Inpatient Department
After recovery and stabilization, the patient is returned to the inpatient department to continue the recovery phase:

  • Patient Transfer: The patient is transferred back to the inpatient department under the supervision of the medical staff.
  • Repeated Medical Evaluation: The medical team regularly evaluates the patient's condition to ensure a positive response to treatment.
  • Continued Treatment: Treatment and care continue according to the established plan, including medication and physical therapy if necessary.

7. Patient Discharge
Once the patient's condition stabilizes and improves, the discharge process begins:

  • Final Evaluation: The physician conducts a final assessment to ensure the patient is ready for discharge.
  • Discharge Instructions: The patient is provided with instructions for self-care after leaving the hospital, including follow-up appointments and prescribed medications.