Laser Laparoscope
CHAPTER 11 Laser Laparoscope Laser laparoscope is using a laser beam as a precision tool for cutting, coagulating, vaporizing, and welding tissue during the surgical intervention. It is very important…
Extra Long Instruments
CHAPTER 5 Extra Long Instruments Instruments needed for the procedure include a basic laparotomy set. These instruments are used for open cholecystectomy or open gastric bypass surgery. 5-1 Left to…
Vascular Access Device Insertion
CHAPTER 23 Vascular Access Device Insertion A large vein is accessed for the purpose of administering medication or nutrition. The vein selected may be the subclavian or the internal jugular….
Bowel Resection
CHAPTER 15 Bowel Resection Possible equipment needed for the procedure includes a basic laparotomy set and self-retaining retractor. A brief description of the procedure, doing the surgery through an abdominal…
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
CHAPTER 12 Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of the gallbladder by means of a laparoscope or an abdominal incision. Possible equipment needed for the procedure includes a minor…
Sigmoidoscopy
CHAPTER 16 Sigmoidoscopy A sigmoidoscopy is the visualization within the sigmoid and descending colon with the aid of a scope and a light source. A brief description of the procedure…
Skin Staplers
CHAPTER 6 Skin Staplers Skin stapling is one of the most common methods of skin closure because it reduces operating time and tissue trauma, it has uniform tension along the…
7: The Head and Neck
The Head and Neck The Health History Common or Concerning Symptoms Headache Change in vision Double vision, or diplopia Hearing loss, earache, tinnitus Vertigo Nosebleed, or epistaxis Swollen glands Goiter
11: The Abdomen
The Abdomen The Health History Common or Concerning Symptoms PATTERNS AND MECHANISMS OF ABDOMINAL PAIN
5: Behavior and Mental Status
Behavior and Mental Status Empathic listening, careful observation, and skilled history taking help patients to reveal their deepest concerns and experiences. Clinicians often miss clues to trauma, mental illness, and…
