An
operating theater (OT) is a place where the doctors perform surgery
with the help of different tools and equipments. There are various
peoples involved during the operations;doctors, assistant doctors,
nurses, and CNAs. Among all CNA (certified nursing aide) is one of
the most important person who are required pre-operation as well as
post-operation, as they are responsible for performing various
duties. Let us have a look at their various duties in an operating
theater.
The
work of a certified nursing aide in an operating theater includes:
- Arranging the required tools and equipments before the operation takes place
- Assist the doctors with the surgical materials such as scissors, ventilators, etc
- Preparing the patients for the surgery and providing them emotional and mental support, especially to the elderly patients
- Administering the oxygen level and the fluid electrolyte balance during the surgery
- Ensuring that the operating room is clean and there is no threat of outside infection
- Monitoring the condition of the patients in the recovery room and keeping the doctor informed about any uneven situation
- Administering the drugs and other medicines as prescribed by the doctor
- Providing post surgical care to the patients and observe them carefully
- Keeping all the things in its place after the operation is over
