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Preparing a trauma patient for surgery is about more than getting the patient to theatre quickly. A structured approach ...
03/09/2026

Preparing a trauma patient for surgery is about more than getting the patient to theatre quickly. A structured approach to resuscitation, imaging, airway and cervical spine considerations, surgical planning and clear communication helps the team create a safer and more coordinated pathway for a patient whose clinical picture can change rapidly. Link in bio to check out the full article!

Trauma airway management is a dynamic and time-critical process where rapid assessment and structured intervention are e...
27/08/2026

Trauma airway management is a dynamic and time-critical process where rapid assessment and structured intervention are essential. Understanding the common challenges and working through a consistent approach can help support airway patency, oxygenation and ventilation when every second matters.
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The primary survey provides a structured approach to rapidly identify life-threatening injuries and prioritise immediate...
24/08/2026

The primary survey provides a structured approach to rapidly identify life-threatening injuries and prioritise immediate care in trauma. Using the ABCDE approach helps the team work systematically while recognising and responding to critical threats. To read the full article, head to www.periopconcepts.com/blog or click the link in bio!

The underwater seal gives the perianaesthesia nurse valuable clues about chest drain function, but the patient always co...
17/08/2026

The underwater seal gives the perianaesthesia nurse valuable clues about chest drain function, but the patient always comes first. Knowing what to check, recognising changes in bubbling, tidaling and drainage, and responding to respiratory deterioration can support safer recovery and earlier escalation.
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One-lung ventilation is essential for thoracic procedures, but device displacement and transpulmonary shunting can rapid...
13/08/2026

One-lung ventilation is essential for thoracic procedures, but device displacement and transpulmonary shunting can rapidly lead to severe hypoxemia. Understanding the core differences between double-lumen tubes and bronchial blockers—along with knowing how to execute a rapid troubleshooting response—helps perianaesthesia nurses navigate airway complications and support patient oxygenation with greater confidence. To read the full article, head to www.periopconcepts..com/blog or click the link in bio!

Regional analgesia can help get ahead of pain after thoracic surgery, supporting breathing, coughing, movement and recov...
10/08/2026

Regional analgesia can help get ahead of pain after thoracic surgery, supporting breathing, coughing, movement and recovery. Understanding the planned technique helps perianaesthesia nurses assess the patient more effectively and recognise when additional analgesia or review may be needed. Head to the link in bio, or check out www.periopconcepts.com/blog to read the article.

Double lumen tubes are a cornerstone of one lung ventilation, but successful use depends on understanding their design, ...
06/08/2026

Double lumen tubes are a cornerstone of one lung ventilation, but successful use depends on understanding their design, selecting the correct equipment and confirming accurate placement. This Concept Series explores how DLTs work and why fibreoptic bronchoscopy plays such an important role in safe airway management. Click the link in bio or head to www.periopconcepts.com/blog to read the full article now!

VATS and open thoracotomy achieve similar surgical goals, but the differences in surgical access influence postoperative...
03/08/2026

VATS and open thoracotomy achieve similar surgical goals, but the differences in surgical access influence postoperative recovery and the care patients require. Understanding these approaches helps perianaesthesia nurses anticipate analgesic needs, respiratory management and recovery expectations with greater confidence.
Head to the link in bio, or check out www.periopconcepts.com/blog to read the article!

One-lung ventilation deliberately creates ventilation-perfusion mismatch, making oxygenation a constant balance between ...
30/07/2026

One-lung ventilation deliberately creates ventilation-perfusion mismatch, making oxygenation a constant balance between physiology and clinical management. Understanding hypoxic pulmonary vasoconstriction and the factors influencing gas exchange helps perianaesthesia nurses recognise changes early and support safer patient outcomes. Click the link in bio or head to www.periopconcepts.com/blog to check out the article!

Lung isolation is more than placing a specialised airway. It is about maintaining oxygenation, recognising physiological...
27/07/2026

Lung isolation is more than placing a specialised airway. It is about maintaining oxygenation, recognising physiological changes during one-lung ventilation and understanding how correct double-lumen tube positioning supports safe patient outcomes. This Concept Series highlights the practical knowledge every perianaesthesia nurse can apply when caring for patients undergoing thoracic surgery.
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