Surgical Instruments : A Pocket Guide by Christensen, Maryann Papanier Wells and Kockrow (2005, Spiral)

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PublisherElsevier-Health Sciences Division
ISBN-101416026223
ISBN-139781416026228
eBay Product ID (ePID)48056660

Product Key Features

Number of Pages496 Pages
Publication NameSurgical Instruments : a Pocket Guide
LanguageEnglish
SubjectNursing / Reference, Nursing / General
Publication Year2005
FeaturesRevised
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaMedical
AuthorChristensen, Maryann Papanier Wells, Kockrow
FormatSpiral

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Item Length9.2 in
Item Width6.2 in

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Edition Number3
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
Dewey Edition22
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal617.9178
Table Of ContentChapter 1: Sharps/Dissectors Chapter 2: Forceps Chapter 3: Clamps Chapter 4: Retractors Chapter 5: Suture Devices Chapter 6: Suction Tips Chapter 7: Dilators Chapter 8: Endoscopic Instruments Chapter 9: Internal Staplers Chapter 10: Fundamental Instrument Sets Glossary References Index
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisThis quick reference provides need-to-know information about surgical instrument types in a consistent, user-friendly format. Each two-page spread features a photo of an instrument opposite a brief description that includes its proper and alternative names, varieties, and uses in surgery. This edition adds close-up shots of instrument tips for clearer reference and identification of instrument types. With instruments alphabetized within 9 major categories, locating specific information has never been easier! An accessible, pocket-size guide to the most common, "bread and butter" instruments used during surgical procedures. Consistent two-page layout with a photo at the top and a brief description on the facing page that lists the instrument's proper name, any alternative names, uses in surgery, and varieties. Organized into nine major categories of instruments and alphabetized within each category for easy reference. Fundamental Instrument Sets chapter features a summary table format for each instrument set so that the reader can quickly find the following information: · Set name · Use · Instrument index Specific items (with PAR listed for each item) Glossary at the end provides helpful and succinct definitions for key instrumentation terms. Numerous new instrument photos, including photo inserts of tips to help distinguish between similar types. Updated and expanded content on endoscopic instruments to reflect the latest technologies. Enhanced internal design for increased utility and an updated look-now includes: Running heads at the bottom of each page listing the chapter number and title, making content easier to find Brief table of contents printed on inside front cover for quick reference List of instrument sets in Chapter 10 printed on inside back cover for quick reference, This quick reference provides need-to-know information about surgical instrument types in a consistent, user-friendly format. Each two-page spread features a photo of an instrument opposite a brief description that includes its proper and alternative names, varieties, and uses in surgery. This edition adds close-up shots of instrument tips for clearer reference and identification of instrument types. With instruments alphabetized within 9 major categories, locating specific information has never been easier! An accessible, pocket-size guide to the most common, "bread and butter" instruments used during surgical procedures. Consistent two-page layout with a photo at the top and a brief description on the facing page that lists the instrument's proper name, any alternative names, uses in surgery, and varieties. Organized into nine major categories of instruments and alphabetized within each category for easy reference. Fundamental Instrument Sets chapter features a summary table format for each instrument set so that the reader can quickly find the following information: - Set name - Use - Instrument index Specific items (with PAR listed for each item) Glossary at the end provides helpful and succinct definitions for key instrumentation terms. Numerous new instrument photos, including photo inserts of tips to help distinguish between similar types. Updated and expanded content on endoscopic instruments to reflect the latest technologies. Enhanced internal design for increased utility and an updated look-now includes: Running heads at the bottom of each page listing the chapter number and title, making content easier to find Brief table of contents printed on inside front cover for quick reference List of instrument sets in Chapter 10 printed on inside back cover for quick reference
LC Classification NumberRD71.W45 2005

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    This book is wonderful it's small which makes it easy to carry and it sits up on my desk! I love the layout! One instrument per page with a simple description and nicknames 👍🏽 this was a good choice!!

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