Month: July 2026

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14 Best Practices Every PACU and Pre Op Nurse Should Know

After years working in Pre Op and PACU, I’ve picked up a few habits that make my shifts easier and help keep patients safe. From wasting narcotics promptly to checking discharge orders, here are 14 practical PACU nursing tips I’ve learned along the way, with a little humor included.

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