Operation Theater
Surgical Procedures:
- Elective Surgeries: Planned in advance, such as joint replacements, cosmetic surgery, and hernia repairs.
- Emergency Surgeries: Performed urgently due to acute conditions like appendicitis, trauma, or obstructed labor.
- Minimally Invasive Surgeries: Utilize techniques such as laparoscopy and endoscopy to reduce recovery times and complications.
Preoperative and Postoperative Care:
- Preoperative Preparation: Includes patient assessment, anesthesia planning, and ensuring all necessary equipment and instruments are ready.
- Postoperative Care: Immediate recovery and monitoring in a post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) before transferring patients to wards or discharge.
Infection Control:
- Sterilization: Strict procedures to sterilize instruments, equipment, and the operating environment to prevent infections.
- Aseptic Techniques: Protocols to maintain a sterile field during surgery, including the use of surgical drapes, gowns, gloves, and masks.