Common post-op complications of respiratory tract are atelectasis and pneumonia (for additional information on these disorders see Atelectasis and Pneumonia).
1. Predisposing factors
1. Type of surgery (e.g., thoracic or high abdomen surgery)
2. Previous history of respiratory problems
3. Age: greater risk over age 40
4. Obesity
5. Smoking
6. Respiratory depression caused by narcotics
7. Severe post-op pain
8. Prolonged post-op immobility
2. Prevention: see Care on Surgical Floor, above.
1. Predisposing factors
1. Type of surgery (e.g., thoracic or high abdomen surgery)
2. Previous history of respiratory problems
3. Age: greater risk over age 40
4. Obesity
5. Smoking
6. Respiratory depression caused by narcotics
7. Severe post-op pain
8. Prolonged post-op immobility
2. Prevention: see Care on Surgical Floor, above.
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