Role of Nurse in Surgical Care
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8 Chapters
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Role of Nurse in Surgical Care

This course covers peri- and pre-operative patient care, focusing on the psychological and physical impacts of surgery. It explores surgical classifications, the roles of the surgical team, and the nurse's responsibilities during the intraoperative and recovery phases. Learn how to provide meaningful care to patients undergoing surgery.
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Role of Nurse in Surgical Care
8 Chapters
1 Hour
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About The Course

This course introduces you to peri- and pre-operative patient care, highlighting the impact that surgical intervention can have on patients and their families. You will explore the reasons for surgical procedures, the classifications of surgeries, and the associated psychological stress factors. The course also covers the role of the nurse during the intraoperative and recovery phases of surgery.

You will learn about different types of surgical procedures, such as ablative, diagnostic, constructive, reconstructive, palliative, and transplant surgeries. The course discusses the key roles of the surgical team, including the surgeon, anesthesiologist, scrub nurse, and circulating nurse, and how they contribute to the surgical process.

Surgery, being an invasive procedure, can impose both physical and psychological stress on patients. Understanding how to provide proper care during this challenging experience is a critical skill for nurses. By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge to support and care for patients undergoing surgery, making a significant impact on their recovery and overall well-being.

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Learning Outcomes
  • Cite facts related to the surgical experience, including its impact on patients and families.
  • Identify the nursing implications involved in preparing a patient for surgery.
  • Examine and implement doctor's orders for pre-operative care.
  • Cite the nursing implications related to preparing a patient for surgery, including physical and psychological considerations.
  • Identify the key members of the surgical team from descriptive statements.
  • Identify three major classifications of anesthetic agents and their applications.
  • Define potential complications that should be prevented in the recovery room.
  • Identify the nursing implications involved in preventing respiratory distress post-surgery.
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Course Modules
Chapter 1 Peri-operative Patient Care
Chapter 2 Pre-Operative Patient Care
Chapter 3 Intraoperative Phase
Chapter 4 Major Classifications of Anesthetic Agents
Chapter 5 The Recovery Room
Chapter 6 Respiratory distress
Chapter 7 General Post-Operative Implications
Chapter 8 Summary
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