Description
Overview
“Alexander’s Care of the Patient in Surgery” is a comprehensive source for perioperative information. It is written by the well-known author and educator, Jane C. Rothrock. The book provides step-by-step instructions for over 400 surgical procedures, including many minimally invasive methods, all backed by the latest research. It features more than 1,000 full-color illustrations and photos that depict current techniques, as well as surgical anatomy and instrumentation.
Key Features
- Includes over 400 specialty surgical interventions, including many minimally-invasive procedures.
- Clear and consistent chapter format for easy information retrieval.
- Provides cutting-edge information on the latest technological advances related to surgical procedures.
- Updated coverage includes new surgical procedures, techniques, care standards, and the importance of integrating evidence and research into patient care.
- Features 1,000 full-color illustrations and photos showing surgical anatomy, procedures, and methods.
- Provides comprehensive discussions of perioperative nursing considerations.
- Includes special features for patient and workplace safety.
- Covers cross-specialty areas including pediatric, geriatric, trauma surgeries, interventional and image-guided procedures, and complementary and alternative therapy.
Highlights
This edition adds cutting-edge information to reflect new concepts for both invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures, whether the location is in a hospital, outpatient clinic, or doctor’s office.
Book Structure
The book follows a clear and consistent chapter format, starting with general discussions of surgical anatomy and perioperative nursing considerations, followed by more specific discussions of procedural considerations and operative procedure for each surgical intervention. It also includes features like “Patient Safety” boxes, “Evidence for Practice” boxes, “Research Highlight” boxes, “Patient and Family Education” boxes, “Surgical Pharmacology” tables, “Ambulatory Surgery Consideration” boxes, and sample plans of care.
Authors
Jane C. Rothrock PhD RN CNOR FAAN
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