Surgical Knowledge for Holistic Care

Do you want to deepen your knowledge in surgery? This book provides you with comprehensive surgical pathology and connects medical and nursing expertise. Understand the medical processes and decisions – look up all surgically relevant conditions, including operative treatment procedures. Numerous tips and guidelines support you in your nursing practice. Case studies help you optimally apply theoretical knowledge in practice.

The interplay between the more operational-technical perspective and the holistic view of nursing will accompany you well throughout your training and career. In the nursing focus areas, you will learn about the central role that nurses play in various surgical specialties. You will gain insight into the exciting daily life of surgeons through a variety of clinical photos.

Examples of included nursing focus areas:

• Care for shock patients
• Care for children in the perioperative phase
• Surgical nursing in oncology
• Care for individuals after organ transplantation
• Care for individuals with burns

With this knowledge, you will set the right course in the treatment process of your patients from the very beginning. The book is also suitable for generalist nursing training.