Principles of Perioperative Practice. This item is unavailable.Principles of Perioperative Practice

Principles of Perioperative Practice takes a practical look at the multifaceted role of the perioperative nurse. Basing their reflections on experience, the authors of each chapter take the reader through the main issues influencing perioperative practice today. Ranging from risk assessment and health and safety to ethics, quality and new technology, the authors have managed to capture the very essence of the challenges of working in the high impact environment of the perioperative field. The focus on the multi-disciplinary team ensures that these topics are discussed in the context of day-to-day work in perioperative practice.

Expanding role of the nurse

Clear links between theory and practice

Emphasize perioperative role of nurse

First book to focus on the holistic approach to perioperative patient care.

"I would recommend that every theatre department has a copy, as an invaluable reference source." Dina Plowes, British Journal of Perioperative Nursing,Vol 11, No 2, February 2001