Publications by authors named "Dennys Rivera"
Article Synopsis
- A 56-year-old obese male with obstructive sleep apnea and other health issues underwent a planned nasal surgery without complications but experienced delayed wakefulness post-anesthesia.
- After surgery, he complained of severe pain that wasn't relieved by standard medications, leading to the administration of a low dose of morphine.
- This resulted in significant respiratory depression, requiring intubation; the case emphasizes the dangers of using opioids in patients with obstructive sleep apnea and suggests the need for alternative pain management strategies.
Orthopaedic Surgeon Communication Skills: Perception of Empathy and Patient Satisfaction Through the Use of Anatomic Models.
J Am Acad Orthop Surg Glob Res Rev
November 2018
Introduction: Patient satisfaction is an increasingly emphasized measure of patient-centered care and important component of reimbursement programs. Orthopaedic surgeons are regarded as low-empathy surgeons. Our goals were to understand the role of anatomic models during the orthopaedic appointment and how their use can affect patient satisfaction and perceived empathy.
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