Common complications that nurses should be vigilant about include:
- Infection: Indicated by fever, increased pain, and purulent discharge from the wound. - Hemorrhage: Excessive bleeding that may require immediate medical attention. - Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Swelling, pain, and redness in the legs, which can lead to pulmonary embolism. - Dehiscence: The reopening of the surgical wound, which may require additional intervention.
