Introduction to the principles of surgical nursing
2 Introduction to the principles of surgical nursing Chapter aims • To consider the key principles of surgical nursing • To determine what knowledge and skills the student will need to understand…
Types of surgical nursing opportunities and clinical placements
3 Types of surgical nursing opportunities and clinical placements Chapter aims • To consider what a surgical placement is and what the environment might look like • To determine the kind of…
Preparation of the patient for surgery: the hospital experience
6 Preparation of the patient for surgery the hospital experience Chapter aims • To explore the continuity of care from a pre-admission assessment to being admitted for surgery • To explore the…
What have I learnt in a surgical nursing placement?
14 What have I learnt in a surgical nursing placement? Chapter aims • To reflect on learning experience in a surgical nursing placement • To establish what knowledge and skills you have…
