section epub:type=”chapter” id=”c0180″ role=”doc-chapter”> 36: Care of the Vascular Surgical Patient Melody S. Heffline Abstract The patient undergoing vascular surgery presents many challenges to the perianesthesia nurse. Most patients have…
section epub:type=”chapter” id=”c0225″ role=”doc-chapter”> 45: Care of the Patient Undergoing Bariatric Surgery Theresa L. Clifford Abstract Obesity continues to be a common health issue in the United States. In an…
section epub:type=”chapter” id=”c0290″ role=”doc-chapter”> 58: International Perspectives on Perienesthesia Nursing and Competence Ulrica Nilsson; Karuna Dahlberg; Maria Jaensson Abstract This chapter attempts to give an international overview of perianesthesia nursing…
section epub:type=”chapter” id=”c0065″ role=”doc-chapter”> 13: The Renal System Susan J. Fetzer Abstract The kidneys have a profound effect on recovery from surgery and anesthesia. An understanding of renal anatomy and…
section epub:type=”chapter” id=”c0270″ role=”doc-chapter”> 54: Care of the Shock Trauma Patient Myrna Eileen Mamaril Abstract Trauma injuries occur at any age, from pediatric to geriatric ages. The science of shock…
section epub:type=”chapter” id=”c0255″ role=”doc-chapter”> 51: Care of the Pregnant Patient Elizabeth N. Boulette Abstract The intent of this chapter is to provide information on the pregnant patient and fetus undergoing…
section epub:type=”chapter” id=”c0195″ role=”doc-chapter”> 39: Care of the Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgical Patient Matthew D. Byrne; Joni M. Brady Abstract Surgical removal of the thyroid has historically been a risky…
section epub:type=”chapter” id=”c0235″ role=”doc-chapter”> 47: Care of the Laser/Laparoscopic Surgical Patient Kay Ball Abstract Laser and laparoscopic advancements have impacted perianesthesia nursing over the past four decades. Innovations in laser…
section epub:type=”chapter” id=”c0085″ role=”doc-chapter”> 17: The Integumentary System Debra Pecka Malina Abstract The integumentary system consists of the hair, nails, and skin and performs many functions that influence the perianesthesia…
section epub:type=”chapter” id=”c0230″ role=”doc-chapter”> 46: Care of the Ambulatory Surgical Patient Sarah Wente Abstract Ambulatory surgery continues to grow rapidly, expanding in both the types of procedures performed and complexity…
