Workbook for Surgical Technology RR: Workbook for Surgical Technology RR - Softcover

Kotcher BA BSN RN RGN, Joanna

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0323354173 ISBN 13: 9780323354172

Publisher: Saunders, 2014

Synopsis

Specially designed to parallel the material in Surgical Technology: Principles and Practice, 6th Edition, this helpful workbook provides in-depth study and review of the most important surgical technology concepts. Its user-friendly format offers more practical application and critical thinking exercises than other workbooks, allowing you to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios.

• Recall questions and application and critical thinking exercises help you master key concepts and prepare for exams.
• Case studies present realistic scenarios that challenge you to expand your critical thinking skills.
• Internet research activities encourage you to search online for evidence-based information.

• Preclinical checklists for all skills/procedures allow you to assess your own skills, as well as be assessed by other students.

About this title

About the Author

Joanna Kotcher holds a master’s degree in Global Health, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a BA in International Studies. She’s coordinated emergency response in conflict environments over the past two decades in Kosovo, Central Asia, Afghanistan, Darfur, Gaza, Somaliland, Syria, and Iraq. As a Medical/Surgical Coordinator Ms. Kotcher has coordinated and managed medical teams in the start-up and full implementation stages of projects assisting populations in need of emergency medical and surgical care during armed conflict. She has also coordinated post-conflict actions during the period immediately following “official” cessation of armed conflict. Working in insecure environments, Ms. Kotcher has extensive experience in the design and implementation of medical/surgical actions, team building and support, implementation of standards and guidelines, medical and nursing staff training, and team mentoring. While continuing to study and learn in the field, she maintains memberships with notable professional organizations in humanitarian studies and medical/surgical assistance.

Edition details

• Publisher: Saunders
• Publication date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0323354173
• ISBN 13: 9780323354172
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 6
• Number of pages: 344