Surgical Technology

by Fuller, Joanna Kotcher

• ISBN13: 9780721619606
• ISBN10: 0721619606
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 1986-07-01
• Publisher: W B Saunders Co
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Summary

Specifically written for the surgical technologist student and practitioner, the 3rd Edition maintains a user friendly format and readability.

Table of Contents

The Principles of Surgery	p. 1
The Surgical Technologist - Past, Present, and Future	p. 2
Surgical Conscience and Ethics in the Operating Room	p. 6
Surgery and the Law	p. 10
Organization of the Operating Room: Personnel and Environment	p. 20
Microbiology Overview and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome	p. 30
Disinfection and Decontamination	p. 43
Sterilization: Standards and Practice	p. 52
Aseptic Techniques and Universal Precautions in the Operating Room	p. 65
Anesthesia	p. 80
Transporting and Positioning the Surgical Patient	p. 89
Preparation of the Surgical Site	p. 99
Wound Closure	p. 111
Hemostasis	p. 137
Surgical Pharmacology	p. 148
Surgical Instruments	p. 157
Surgical Routines and Emergencies	p. 211
Communicating with the Surgical Patient	p. 221
Laser Technology and Use	p. 228
Practice: Surgical Procedures	p. 235
General Surgery	p. 238
Minimal Access Surgery	p. 327
Obstetric and Gynecologic Surgery	p. 350
Urogenital Surgery	p. 378
Orthopedic Surgery	p. 412
Cardiothoracic Surgery	p. 467
Peripheral Vascular Surgery	p. 527
Neurosurgery	p. 549
Eye Surgery	p. 572
Ear, Nose, Throat, and Mouth Surgery	p. 600
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery	p. 629
Glossary	p. 665
Index	p. 673
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