Surgeries I Circulated This Week As An OR Nurse
Here is a breakdown of each of those surgeries and my role during them!
Myringotomy Tube Insertion: A small tube is placed in the eardrum to drain fluid and prevent ear infections, helping patients feel better quickly.
Why it's cool: As a circulating nurse, you help make sure everything is ready for a procedure that brings immediate relief.
Tonsil and Adenoid Coblation: Using radiofrequency, the tonsils and adenoids are removed with minimal heat and bleeding to improve breathing.
Why it's cool: You’re part of a procedure that helps patients breathe and sleep better, especially in kids.
Hardware Removal in Ankle: Screws or plates inserted in the ankle during a fracture recovery are removed once the bone is healed.
Why it's cool: You help someone get back to normal life by assisting with a simple but important procedure.
Nasal Airway Reconstruction and Resection of Turbinates: The surgery clears blocked nasal passages to improve breathing by removing extra tissue.
Why it's cool: You help patients breathe easier and see the immediate improvement in their comfort.
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery: Blockages in the sinuses are cleared using a small camera, often providing relief from chronic sinus issues.
Why it's cool: It’s a high-tech procedure where you ensure the right equipment is ready to help improve the patient's quality of life.
Lumbar Laminectomy and Discectomy: This surgery removes bone or disc material from the lower back to relieve nerve pressure and reduce pain.
Why it's cool: You’re part of a procedure that can significantly relieve long-term back pain and improve mobility.
Pain Stimulator Implant: A device is implanted to help manage chronic pain by sending electrical signals to the nerves.
Why it's cool: You assist in a cutting-edge procedure that can change a patient's life by helping manage pain.
Operating room nurses play a crucial role in various surgical procedures, ensuring everything is in place for surgeries to proceed smoothly. This week, significant procedures included myringotomy tube insertions, which help relieve ear infections, and tonsil and adenoid coblation, aimed at improving breathing, especially in children. Hardware removal in the ankle post-fracture recovery signifies a key milestone for patients returning to normal activities. Additionally, nasal airway reconstruction enhances breathing quality by clearing blocked passages. High-tech endoscopic sinus surgeries often yield immediate relief for chronic sinus issues, demonstrating the technological advancement in surgical methods. Lumbar laminectomy and discectomy have become essential for alleviating nerve pressure and reducing persistent back pain, significantly impacting patients' quality of life. Lastly, pain stimulator implants are game-changing for chronic pain management, showcasing how surgical innovations can transform lives. Overall, the varied experiences underline the importance of skilled nursing in delivering quality healthcare.
I have a laparoscopic distal panc and then a whipple tomorrow, I’m a scrub ðŸ˜