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Workbook for Surgical Technology

Principles and Practice

By
  • Joanna Fuller, BA, BSN, RN, RGN, MPH, Emergency Medical Coordinator, Medical Emergency Relief International, UK-Global

Presenting a variety of engaging activities, case studies, and review questions, this chapter-by-chapter companion to Surgical Technology: Principles and Practices, 5th Edition helps you study more effectively, perfect your skills, and prepare for success in the classroom and the OR.

Paperback, 608 Pages

Published: September 2009

Imprint: Saunders

ISBN: 978-1-4160-6192-2

Contents

  • 1. The Surgical Technologist

    2. The Patient in Surgery

    3. Death and Dying

    4. Law and Ethics

    5. Introduction to the Health Facility

    6. Communication and Teamwork

    7. Microbes and the Process of Infection

    8. Decontamination, Sterilization, and Disinfection

    9. Aseptic Technique

    10. Transporting, Transferring and Positioning

    11. Surgical Skin Preparation and Draping

    12. Anesthesia, Anesthetics, and Physiological Monitoring

    13. Postoperative Recovery and Patient Discharge

    14. Perioperative Pharmacology

    15. Environmental Hazards

    16. Case Planning and Intraoperative Routines

    17. The Surgical Wound

    18. Biomechanics and Computer Technology

    19. Energy Sources in Surgery

    20. Diagnostic and Assessment Procedures

    21. Minimally Invasive Endoscopic and Robotic-Assisted Surgery

    22. Surgical Instruments

    23. General Surgery

    24. Gynecological and Obstetrical Surgery

    25. Genitourinary Surgery

    26. Ophthalmic Surgery

    27. Surgery of the Ear, Nose, Pharynx, and Larynx

    28. Oral-Maxillofacial Trauma Surgery

    29. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

    30. Orthopedic Surgery

    31. Peripheral Vascular Surgery

    32. Thoracic and Lung Surgery

    33. Cardiac Surgery

    34. Pediatric Surgery

    35. Neurosurgery

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