ATI Med Surg Final Exam (Latest 2021)

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ATI Med Surg Final Exam (Latest 2021) a. Surgical Risk Factors, Current Medications, Data to Obtain in Health History, & Physical/Psychosocial Assessment i. Health History: Past surgical history an... d reactions, medications the patient is taking. RED FLAG medications include: Anticoagulants: Coumadin, Warfarin, Plavix, Aspirin, Heparin, Herbal Medications that can thin your blood, and corticosteroids because they delay wound healing. ii. Psychosocial Assessment: You want your patient to feel as good as possible. It is a fact supported by evidence that patients that enter surgery with poorer attitudes experience poorer outcomes. iii. Cultural/Spiritual Assessment: “Is there anything about your cultural or spiritual background that I should know that could affect your surgery and care?” [Show More]

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