ABC of Tubes, Drains, Lines and Frames

Brooks, Adam

Book Information
Edition:	1st
Publisher:	BMJ Publishing
ISBN:	1-4051-6014-4 (1405160144)
ISBN-13:	978-1-4051-6014-8 (9781405160148)
Format:	Handbook
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2009
Publish Date:	10/08
Bookstore Series:	ABC Series (See all titles)
Weight:	0.69 Lbs.
Pages:	88
Carton Quantity:	40
Subject Class:	SRG (Surgery)
Doody Star Rating:	3
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 12 months provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.
Table Of Contents:	View
Contributing Authors:	View

Class Specifications
ISSN Series:	ABC Series
Discipline:	Surgery
Subject Definition:	Postoperative Care-Instrumentation-Hndbks; Wound Healing
NLM Class:	WO 39
LC Class:	RD51
Abstract:	Surgical patients are increasingly undergoing operative procedures that require complex post-operative care followed by prolonged rehabilitation in the community, and few leave surgery without a wound, tube, line or drain. The care of these surgical adjuncts is undertaken either in hospital by ward staff or away from the hospital in the community, where GPs and practice nurses are expected to take over the day-to-day management of this care. "The ABC of Tubes, Drains, Lines and Frames" is a practical guide that provides a clear account of the key issues involved in the assessment and management of surgical wounds, tubes, drains, lines and stomas--from the operating theatre to the Critical Care unit and from the ward into the community. It highlights common pitfalls and includes 'trouble shooting' sections that provide an understanding of the issues at all stages of post-operative care. This new "ABC" is an invaluable resource for all GPs, practice nurses, surgical nurses, junior doctors, and community paramedics.

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