Chapter 1: Introduction to Preoperative Nursing: Phases of the Surgical Experience
Chapter 2: Preparing the Patient for Surgery
Chapter 3: Prevention of Infection- Preparation of Instruments and Items Used in Surgery- Sterilization and Disinfection
Chapter 4: Prevention of Infection: Preparation of Instruments and Items Used in Surgery- Cleaning, Packing,
and Storage
Chapter 5: Prevention of Infection: Aseptic Practices- Attire, Scrubbing, Gowning, Gloving, Draping, Prepping, Creating and Maintaining a Sterile Field, OR Environment and Sanitation
Chapter 6: Prevention of Injury- Positioning the Patient for Surgery
Chapter 7: Prevention of Injury- Counts of Surgery
Chapter 8: Prevention of Injury- Counts in Surgery
Chapter 9: Prevention of Injury- Hemostasis, Tourniquet, and Electrosurgical Equipment
Chapter 10: Prevention of Injury- Wound Management
Chapter 11: Prevention of Injury- Anesthesia and Medication Safety
Chapter 12: Workplace Safety