Fast Facts for the Operating Room Nurse: An Orientation and Care Guide

The third edition of this popular orientation-in-a-book is newly updated with 2021 AORN guidelines and contains new chapters on Emergency Preparedness for Disaster and Lifelong Learning and Professional Development. It provides current, evidence-based information in all key areas of perioperative nursing, with updated standards and techniques, in a simple and easy-to-follow format.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 226 pages
Publication date: 28 October 2021
Publisher: Springer Publishing Co Inc

The third edition of this concise and comprehensive orientation-in-a-book is a valuable resource for new OR nurses, distilling vast amounts of operating room knowledge into a single, accessible resource. Written in a simple and easy-to-follow format, the third edition has been newly updated to align with the 2021 guidelines set forth by the American Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN). It also includes two new chapters: Emergency Preparedness for Disaster and Lifelong Learning and Professional Development.

This pocket-sized guide offers current, evidence-based information in all critical areas of perioperative nursing, with updated standards and techniques. Organized in a bullet-point format with brief paragraphs, this guide ensures quick access to essential information on basic preparation, safety guidelines, and day-to-day practice in the OR.

The book begins with a comprehensive section on surgery preparation, covering topics such as patient assessment, preoperative medication administration, and surgical attire. It then delves into the practice environment and surgical supplies, followed by basic surgical procedures.

New to the third edition:

Updated with 2021 AORN guidelines and regulatory standards: The third edition incorporates the latest guidelines and regulations set forth by AORN, ensuring that new OR nurses are up-to-date with the latest industry standards.

Revised with new evidence-based information: The book has been thoroughly revised with new evidence-based information on various topics, including surgical attire, telehealth visits, cleaning of equipment, sterile technique, use of hybrid operating rooms, anesthesia, and ACLS protocol.

New chapter: Emergency Preparedness for Disaster: This chapter provides valuable insights on emergency preparedness and response in the OR, covering topics such as disaster planning, communication, and teamwork.

New chapter: Lifelong Learning and Professional Development: This chapter emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning and professional development in the field of perioperative nursing, covering topics such as continuing education, mentorship, and career advancement.

Key Features:

Provides essential knowledge for new nurses and their preceptors: The third edition is designed to provide a solid foundation of knowledge for new OR nurses, helping them to transition into their roles with confidence and competence.

Keeps experienced perioperative nurses up to date on changing operating room standards: With its comprehensive coverage of perioperative nursing, the third edition ensures that experienced OR nurses stay current with the latest standards and techniques.

Written in bulleted format with brief paragraphs: The book is organized in a bullet-point format, making it easy to read and comprehend. Brief paragraphs provide additional context and clinical pearls, enhancing the learning experience.

Includes Fast Facts boxes with self-assessment questions and clinical pearls: Each chapter includes Fast Facts boxes containing key information, self-assessment questions, and clinical pearls. These boxes help reinforce the learning and provide a practical application of the material.

In conclusion, the third edition of this handy orientation-in-a-book is a valuable resource for new OR nurses, offering comprehensive and up-to-date information on perioperative nursing. With its simple and easy-to-follow format, updated content, and valuable features, this guide ensures that new OR nurses have the knowledge and skills they need to excel in their roles. Whether you are a new nurse or an experienced perioperative nurse looking to stay current, this book is a must-have for your professional library.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780826156075
Edition number: 3 Revised edition