Abstract

The utilization of a preoperative screening tool identifies the at-risk obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patients. The early OSA identification will allow for individualized plans of care and precautions taken to mitigate potential adverse actions associated with the surgical experience.

Description

44th Biennial Convention 2017 Theme: Influence Through Action: Advancing Global Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.

Author Details

Steven S. Kertes, DNP, US Army, Fort Knox, Kentucky, USA

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

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Keywords:

OSA Identification, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, STOP-Bang

Conference Name

44th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Conference Year

2017

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea Screening in Preoperative Military Personnel

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

The utilization of a preoperative screening tool identifies the at-risk obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patients. The early OSA identification will allow for individualized plans of care and precautions taken to mitigate potential adverse actions associated with the surgical experience.