Nurses are trained to monitor and identify early signs of complications through:
1. Vital Signs Monitoring: Regularly checking blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature. 2. Wound Assessment: Inspecting the surgical site for signs of infection, bleeding, or dehiscence. 3. Pain Management: Evaluating and documenting pain levels, as uncontrolled pain can be an indicator of complications. 4. Respiratory Assessment: Monitoring oxygen saturation, lung sounds, and breathing patterns. 5. Cardiovascular Assessment: Observing for chest pain, abnormal heart rhythms, or changes in extremity color and temperature.
