Packed with detailed, full-color illustrations and live surgery images, the Association of Surgical Technologists' SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY FOR THE SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST: A POSITIVE CARE APPROACH, 6th EDITION, delivers the most up-to-date and comprehensive coverage of over 200 essential surgical procedures. It includes essential topics such as surgical asepsis, the surgical patient, technological concepts, all-hazards preparation, perioperative case management, equipment and supplies, postoperative considerations and more. "Surgical Technique Reminders offer practical insight from CSTs in the field, and learning resources help you maximize your course success. The "A Positive Care" memory tool, real-life case studies with critical thinking questions, and the powerful digital learning solution, MindTap, all help prepare you for real-world practice. It is the ultimate resource for helping you anticipate the patient's and surgeon's needs before, during and after a surgical procedure.

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The oldest and most widely recognized professional organization, the Association of Surgical Technologists represents more than 80,000 surgical technologists. Its primary purpose is to ensure that surgical technologists have the knowledge and skills to administer patient care of the highest quality.


Book Information
ISBN 9780357625736
Author Association of Surgical Technologists
Format Hardback
Page Count 1424
Imprint Delmar Cengage Learning
Publisher Cengage Learning, Inc
Weight(grams) 2926g
Dimensions(mm) 284mm * 223mm * 51mm