Ward Procedures (6th Edition)

Description

First published in 1989, this book has become the standard text on the subject. It is a work manual, which explains the various pre- and postoperative procedures and the related diagnostic and therapeutic processes. The book also describes the basics of handling and correctly using medical/surgical appliances. It highlights their working principles as well. The text, presented in a simple, clear and succinct manner, makes the subject easily comprehensible for readers. The previous editions of the book have had several reprints owing to its huge popularity.

Table of Contents

1. Chapter Sterilization and Surgical Drapes
2. Chapter Antiseptic Solutions
3. Chapter Suture Materials and Surgical Needles
4. Chapter Preoperative and Postoperative Care
5. Chapter Traction, Tourniquets, and Prosthesis
6. Chapter Oxygen Therapy
7. Chapter Drains
8. Chapter Emergency Drugs
9. Chapter Local Anesthesia
10. Chapter Imaging
11. Chapter Catheters
12. Chapter Gastric Aspiration Tubes
13. Chapter Enemas and Suppositories
14. Chapter Dressings
15. Chapter General Care of the Patients
16. Chapter Radiography
17. Chapter Blood Transfusion
18. Chapter Ward Instruments
19. Chapter Knives and Scalpels
20. Chapter Syringes and Needles
21. Chapter Routes of Injection
22. Chapter Venous Access
23. Chapter Venepuncture
24. Chapter Intravenous Infusions
25. Chapter Central Venous Pressure
26. Chapter Lumbar Puncture
27. Chapter Thoracocentesis (Pleural Fluid Aspiration)
28. Chapter Liver Abscess Aspiration
29. Chapter Peritoneal Lavage and Dialysis
30. Chapter Abdominal Paracentesis and Suprapubic Puncture
31. Chapter Tracheostomy and Endotracheal Intubation
32. Chapter Biopsy
33. Chapter of Specimens
34. Chapter Procedures
35. Chapter Endoscopies

Author Biography

M B Patel