Alexander’s Care of the Patient in Surgery, 17th edition, by Jane C. Rothrock is an authoritative textbook for professionals in perioperative nursing. This reference work provides extensive knowledge for safe and effective patient care in the operating room, tailored to perioperative nurses and surgical technologists.
This edition covers more than 400 surgical procedures, including positioning, instrumentation, and postoperative care. New topics include COVID-19 and gender-affirming surgery. Practical instructions, medical photography, and evidence-based guidelines support preparation for the CNOR certification.
Features
- Complete coverage of perioperative nursing principles: patient safety, infection prevention, anesthesia, and pain management
- Care for diverse patient groups, such as pediatrics and geriatrics
- More than 1,000 color photos and illustrations of anatomy, procedures, and equipment
- Information on robotic surgery and Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols
- Built-in research and practice boxes that translate scientific insights into daily care
Product specifications
- Author: Jane C. Rothrock, PhD, RN, CNOR, FAAN
- Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
- Publication date: September 14, 2022
- Number of pages: 1216
- ISBN: 9780323776806
- Subject: Nursing
- BISAC: MEDICAL / Nursing / Reference
Selected for 2026 Doody’s Core Titles as an essential reference in perioperative nursing.