Synopsis
Text More than 800 instruments and tips associated with official names, common nicknames, and descriptions of instrument features, categories, and uses Common types of clamping, grasping, cutting, and retracting instruments Instruments for specialized procedures (such as bowel, thyroid or breast surgery) Cutting loops, and the parts that make up cystoscopes and resectoscopes Orthopedic drills and saw blades Instruments used in microscopic and endoscopic surgery Organization based on surgical specialties "Surgical Sessions," review questions and critical thinking scenarios at the end of every chapter Surg Tech in Practice New, FREE, 3-year subscription to Surg Tech in Practice , the online program that features recall and application activities to help students learn to identify key instruments and apply concepts to practice. Offers students practice with labeling and photo identification, differentiation activities, and mayo stand exercises, as well as case-based critical-thinking questions. Features self-grading that provides immediate feedback as each assignment is completed. Tracks each student's progress every step of the way in their gradebooks; students know exactly how they're doing and where they need to focus their studies. Access to all the text content in an ebook powered by VitalSource., Differentiating Surgical Instruments, 3rd Edition and Surg Tech in Practice work together to help you master the seemingly overwhelming number of surgical instruments. This quick reference, spiral-bound text offers a close-up look at more than 800 cutting, clamping, grasping, retracting, and other instruments, along with brief descriptions. The full-color photographs show both the complete instrument and its tip to help you learn to distinguish among them. Surg Tech in Practice offers a wealth of online activities that make learning easier. Very helpful study guide . "Of the several books I own on surgical instrumentation, this one has the most clear and useful pictures of the instruments. The spiral binding is student-friendly and the info on each picture is a helpful study guide. I would recommend this book to anyone trying to learn their instruments. "--Amazon Reviewer Awesome book, a must read for all surgeons or surgeon techs and nurses. "Great book. There's pictures and descriptions on what it's used for." --Amazon Reviewer Was such a helpful book! Helped me learn 200+ ... "instruments in 2 months for my surgical tech class!" --Kate H., Amazon Reviewer, Presents more than 800 instruments and tips associated with official names, common nicknames, and descriptions of instrument features, categories, and uses. Common types of clamping, grasping, cutting, and retracting instruments, Instant Access: 978-0-8036-9964-9 Access Card: 978-0-8036-6832-4 Differentiating Surgical Instruments, 3rd Edition and Surg Tech in Practice work together to help you master the seemingly overwhelming number of surgical instruments. This quick reference, spiral-bound text offers a close-up look at more than 800 cutting, clamping, grasping, retracting, and other instruments, along with brief descriptions. The full-color photographs show both the complete instrument and its tip to help you learn to distinguish among them. Surg Tech in Practice offers a wealth of online activities that make learning easier. Very helpful study guide . "Of the several books I own on surgical instrumentation, this one has the most clear and useful pictures of the instruments. The spiral binding is student-friendly and the info on each picture is a helpful study guide. I would recommend this book to anyone trying to learn their instruments. "--Amazon Reviewer Awesome book, a must read for all surgeons or surgeon techs and nurses. "Great book. There's pictures and descriptions on what it's used for." --Amazon Reviewer Was such a helpful book! Helped me learn 200+ ... "instruments in 2 months for my surgical tech class!" --Kate H., Amazon Reviewer
