Alexanders Care Of the Patient in Surgery 14th Edition Rothrock – Test Bank

Test Bank For Alexanders Care Of the Patient in Surgery 14th Edition Rothrock

1. ISBN-10

   0323069169
2. ISBN-13

   978-0323069168

   For over 65 years, Alexander’s Care of the Patient in Surgery has served as a reliable source for comprehensive information on perioperative nursing. Renowned author and educator Jane C. Rothrock establishes a solid groundwork for practice and offers detailed guidance for more than 400 surgical procedures along with numerous minimally invasive surgical techniques, all supported by the latest research. With more than 1,000 full-color illustrations and images illustrating procedures, techniques, surgical anatomy, and instrumentation. This edition features Quick Response Team sections with recommended actions, along with coverage of recent developments in patient and staff safety, the advancements in interventional radiology, and the evolution of outpatient ambulatory surgery. Alexander’s equips you with the resources necessary to deliver safe, cost-effective, high-quality patient care.

   • Cutting-edge information keeps you abreast of the latest technological advancements relevant to surgical procedures, both invasive and non-invasive, including areas such as interventional radiology.
   • 1,250 full-color illustrations and images showcase surgical anatomy, instrumentation, procedures, and techniques.
   • Over 400 specialty surgical interventions are incorporated, along with many minimally invasive surgical procedures.
   • A colorful design emphasizes specific features and facilitates focus on key concepts.
   • Patient and Family Education boxes include specific guidelines for pre-procedural and post-procedural care, side effects and complications, home care, discharge/follow-up care, psychosocial care, and referrals.
   • Surgical Pharmacology tables summarize and provide quick reference to the medications commonly used for specific surgical procedures, including generic and trade names, purpose/description, and pharmacokinetics.
   • Patient Safety boxes highlight current Joint Commission initiatives and crucial safety topics.
   • Evidence for Practice boxes apply scientific research to perioperative nursing.
   • Research Highlight boxes present the latest research and apply it to patient care.
   • History boxes summarize significant historical events related to surgery and perioperative nursing.
   • A clear and consistent chapter format makes it simple to locate information, including general discussions of surgical anatomy and perioperative nursing issues followed by more specific discussions of procedural aspects and operative process for each surgical intervention.
   • Sample plans of care encompass nursing assessment, outcome, and interventions, linking specific interventions to clearly defined outcomes.
   • An emphasis on workplace safety incorporates current OSHA guidelines, aiding in recognizing and addressing an unsafe work environment.
   • Comprehensive discussions of Perioperative Nursing Issues cover Evaluation, Nursing Diagnosis, Outcome Identification, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation, Patient and Family Education, and Discharge Planning.
   • Coverage of emergency preparedness and bioterrorism helps identify what to look for and how to handle various situations.
   • Inclusion of cross-specialty areas delves into specific considerations for pediatric, geriatric, and trauma surgeries, as well as interventional radiology, complementary and alternative medicine, and workplace issues and staff safety.

   • Expanded Evolve page now includes new printable flashcards, OR Live links, and AHRQ case studies, and continues to feature medical animations, surgical instrumentation images, content updates, patient and family education tables, and surgical pharmacology tables.

    

   • Patient Safety and Risk Management chapter addresses emerging issues for patient safety and accountability in the OR, including matters related to documentation, legal aspects, and patient rights.

    

   • Interventional Radiology chapter delves into the patient care needs associated with outpatient procedures performed via scopes.

    

   • Workplace Issues and Staff Safety chapter explores how a positive workplace can enhance morale, safety, and productivity.

    

   • Ambulatory Surgery Issues boxes highlight information relevant to outpatient surgery.

    

   • Risk Reduction Strategies boxes describe methods to minimize adverse outcomes in the perioperative setting.

    

   • Unique Quick Response Team boxes propose ways to intervene early in critical situations to prevent an emergency crisis response.

   • Exclusive pharmacology index provides a quick and convenient reference for drug information.