Don ’t Ignore My Snore: Reduce Perioperative Complications Related to Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition associated with decreased muscle tone in the airway, has been linked to postoperative complications. Perioperative patients were screened for OSA risk, yet no guideline was enforced. A chart audit revealed a high percentage of patients screened high-risk for OSA had postoperative cardiopulmonary complications.

Source: Journal of PeriAnesthesia Nursing - July 23, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Ludy P. Lemus, Betty McMullin, Honorata Balinowski Tags: ASPAN National Conference Abstract Source Type: research