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Surgical Instrumentation

An Interactive Approach

  • 4th Edition - September 27, 2022
  • Latest edition
  • Author: Renee Nemitz
  • Language: English

Written for surgical technologists, surgical first assistants, registered nurses, physicians, physician assistants, central service technicians, and surgical sales re… Read more

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Description

Written for surgical technologists, surgical first assistants, registered nurses, physicians, physician assistants, central service technicians, and surgical sales representatives, Surgical Instrumentation: An Interactive Approach, 4th Edition offers a level of visual clarity and realism unmatched by any other surgical instrument book. Many photos include close-up views of the instrument tip, so you can quickly discern differences between instruments. Interactive resources on the Evolve companion website allow you to view 360-degree rotations of more than 100 instruments. Also included are flash cards, timed memory exercises, Mayo stands, quizzes, and instrument sets for common procedures in various surgical specialties.

Key features

  • Instruments organized by category within their surgical specialty make it easy to find specific instruments
  • More than 660 full-color instrument photographs with inset instrument tip photos help you learn the most common surgical instruments for all surgical procedures
  • Consistent, clear, and concise instrument monographs include names, category, use, and insight
  • Caution bullets detail potential hazards or concerns you must consider when using an instrument
  • Surgical Setups chapter familiarizes you with common instrument setups for various procedures
  • Reader-friendly layout with two instruments per page makes it easier to see the details of each instrument
  • Evolve companion website offers interactive exercises, practice quizzes, flash cards, and 360-degree instrument rotations to reinforce understanding

Table of contents

1. Introduction to Surgical Instruments

2. Basic Sterilization

3. Basic Instruments

4. General Instruments

5. Laparoscopic Instruments

6. Robotic Instruments

7. Obstetrics and Gynecologic Instruments

8. Genitourinary Instruments

9. Ophthalmic Instruments

10. Otorhinolaryngology Instruments

11. Oral Instruments

12. Plastic and Reconstructive Instruments

13. Orthopedic Instruments

14. Neurosurgical Instruments

15. Cardiovascular Thoracic Instruments

16. Basic Operating Room Supplies and Equipment

17. Surgical Setups

Product details

  • Edition: 4
  • Latest edition
  • Published: November 11, 2022
  • Language: English

About the author

RN

Renee Nemitz

Affiliations and expertise
Surgical Technology Program Instructor, Western Iowa Tech Community College, Sioux City, IA, USA