Saturday, May 14, 2011

Scoliosis Operation: Preparation

Several blood samples needed to be taken to test his haemoglobin level, oxygen level, setting up of plug for drip, etc, etc.


Protocols are unfortunately inconsistent. Some of the medical professionals are not using the gloves when handling blood. Thought this would have been a more mandatory element.


More blood tests taken - quite poor thing for someone so young to go through so much! Strangely enough the doctor was unable to locate a suitable vein to insert the plug! One of the nurses then helped the doctor and was able to get the plug set up. The nurse also helped with getting the blood to test the oxygen level!

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