Chapter 28 Surgical incisions, implants, and wound closure Chapter outline The Surgical Incision Surgical Landmarks Wound Closure Chapter objectives After studying this chapter, the learner will be able to: • Describe…
Chapter 37 Neurosurgery of the brain and peripheral nerves Chapter outline Anatomy and Physiology of the Brain Special Considerations in Neurosurgery Patient Care Considerations for Craniotomy Surgical Procedures of the…
Chapter 24 Anesthesia: techniques and agents Chapter outline The Art and Science of Anesthesia Choice of Anesthesia Anesthesia State Knowledge of Anesthetics Types of Anesthesia Alternatives to Conventional Anesthesia Chapter…
Chapter 15 Principles of aseptic and sterile techniques Chapter outline What Is the Difference Between Aseptic and Sterile Techniques? p. 253 Transmission of Microorganisms Human-borne Sources of Contamination Nonhuman Factors…
Chapter 45 Organ procurement and transplantation Chapter outline Types of Transplants Tissue Transplantation Organ Transplantation Chapter objectives After studying this chapter, the learner will be able to: • List the criteria…
Chapter 11 Ambulatory surgery centers and alternative surgical locations Chapter outline Ambulatory Surgical Setting Alternative Sites Where Surgery Is Performed Chapter objectives After studying this chapter, the learner will be…
Chapter 29 Wound healing and hemostasis Chapter outline Mechanism of Wound Healing Types of Wounds Factors Influencing Wound Healing Hemostasis Wound Management Complications of Wound Healing Postoperative Wound Infections Wound…
Chapter 22 Diagnostics, specimens, and oncologic considerations Chapter outline Diagnosing Pathology Specimens and Pathologic Examination Radiologic Examination Magnetic Resonance Imaging Nuclear Medicine Studies Ultrasonography Sensory Evoked Potential Plethysmography Endoscopy The…
Chapter 32 Endoscopy and robotic-assisted surgery Chapter outline Eight Essential Elements of Endoscopy Knowledge and Skill for a Safe Endoscopic Environment Types of Endoscopic Procedures Hazards of Endoscopy Care of…
Chapter 9 Perioperative geriatrics Chapter outline Perspectives on Aging Perioperative Assessment of the Geriatric Patient Intraoperative Considerations Postoperative Considerations Chapter objectives After studying this chapter, the learner will be able…
