SURVIVAL MANUAL

Observe the patient in the recovery room after removal of the femoral sheaths. PCA pump (PCA dose MSO4 1-2 mg, lock out 30 mts, basal infusion 1mg/hr. Increase PCA dose and/or basal dose of 1mg/hr if needed. Motrin 800mg PO on arrival to floor and 600mg q6h. Decadron 6 mg IV q6h prn nausea. Zofran 4mg IV q6h prn nausea. Diet as tolerated ... ................
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