Developed specifically for surgical technologists, Alexander’s Surgical Procedures provides proven, step-by-step coverage of essential surgical procedures from one of the most trusted sources in surgical technology. Building on the renowned content of Alexander’s Care of the Surgical Patient, 14th Edition, respected authorities Jane Rothrock and Sherri Alexander (AST president 2007 – 2011) guide you through the pre-op set up, procedure pathology/steps, and post-op considerations for all required procedures. This approachable, easy-to-use resource complements the fundamental coverage in your other surgical technology textbooks, and detailed procedure videos on a companion Evolve website help you ensure success from the classroom to the OR.

• Content adapted from Alexander’s Care of the Surgical Patient, 14th Edition provides comprehensive procedural coverage optimized for your specific needs as a surgical technologist.
• Surgical Technologist Considerations boxes detail practical strategies for applying chapter content to specialty procedures.
• Complete pre-op set up, draping, and other instructions for each procedure equip you to confidently perform all of the duties of surgical technologist in the OR setting.
• Chapter Outlines, Learning Objectives, and Chapter Summaries help you study chapter content more effectively.
• Review questions in the text and case studies on Evolve reinforce key concepts and encourage critical thinking.
• OR Live links on Evolve direct you to step-by-step procedure videos for commonly performed procedures.
• More than 700 full-color illustrations clarify surgical anatomy, instrumentation, procedures, and methods.
• Surgical Pharmacology tables provide quick, convenient access to generic/trade names, purpose/description, and pharmacokinetics for drugs most commonly associated with each specific surgical procedure.
• Cutting-edge content reflects the latest interventions and patient care techniques in surgical practice.
• Geriatric Consideration boxes help you manage surgical challenges unique to geriatric patients.
• Patient Safety boxes alert you to recent Joint Commission safety initiatives to ensure safe performance of key tasks.
• History boxes present chapter content in a broader context to enhance your understanding and retention.
• Ambulatory Surgical Considerations boxes highlight important changes to patient care within appropriate procedures.
• Risk Reduction Strategies boxes provide specific steps you can take to improve patient safety.

Contents

Chapter 1: Importance of the Surgical Technologist on the Surgical Team
Chapter 2: Gastrointestinal Surgery
Chapter 3: Surgery of the Liver, Biliary Tract, Pancreas and Spleen
Chapter 4: Repair of the Hernia
Chapter 5: Gynecologic and Obstetric Surgery
Chapter 6: Genitourinary Surgery
Chapter 7: Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery
Chapter 8: Breast Surgery
Chapter 9: Ophthalmic Surgery
Chapter 10 Otorhinolaryngologic
Chapter 11 Orthopedic Surgery
Chapter 12 Neurosurgery
Chapter 13: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Chapter 14: Thoracic Surgery
Chapter 15: Vascular Surgery
Chapter 16 Cardiac Surgery
Chapter 17: Pediatric Surgery
Chapter 18: Trauma Surgery and Emergency Preparedness