Surgical Care Pharmacy

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What is the primary goal of surgical care pharmacy?

Back

Provide appropriate medications before, during, and after surgery

Front

Which of the following medications is commonly used to reduce the risk of blood clots after surgery?

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Front

What is the role of prophylactic antibiotics in surgery?

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Prevent infection before it occurs

Front

Which of the following medications is commonly used to manage pain after surgery?

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Front

When should prophylactic antibiotics be administered before surgery?

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One hour before surgery

Front

Which of the following is NOT a role of a pharmacist in surgical care?
Performing surgical procedures,
Determining appropriate drug dosages for surgery,
Providing medication counseling before surgery,
Monitoring drug interactions after surgery

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Performing surgical procedures

Front

Which of the following drugs is classified as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)?

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Front

Which factor increases the risk of infection after surgery? Options: Use of prophylactic antibiotics, Proper sterilization of surgical instruments, Weakened immune system, Vitamin C intake

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Weakened immune system

Front

Which of the following medications is commonly used to prevent nausea and vomiting after surgery?

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Front

Why should some patients stop taking aspirin before surgery?

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It may increase the risk of bleeding