Females in the workplace. Acknowledging, preventing betrayal.

abstract：:The purpose of this needs assessment was to determine which waiting area amenities family members deem important to make them comfortable when waiting for news about surgical patients. A literature review was conducted, perioperative staff members were interviewed and surveyed, and family members were interviewed and ...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Carmichael JM,Agre P

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In response to complaints about the annual evaluation tool used at The Community Hospital in Munster, Indiana, the surgical services management team created a tool to rate the perioperative RNs on skills pertinent to the surgical services department. The hospital-wide evaluation tool uses vague criteria, which are reg...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Olmstead J,Falcone D,Lopez J,Sharpe L,Michna J

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Pew Health Professions Commission Task force on Health Care Workforce Regulation recently released its policy considerations for reforming the regulation of the US health care workforce. Individual copies of the report may be obtained from the Pew Health Professions Commission. This article summarizes the task for...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Giordan BP

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Care of pediatric surgical patients is not limited to pediatric facilities, and all perioperative RNs should have a basic understanding of the specialized care that children require. This knowledge set includes an understanding of the basic terminology used to describe this patient population as well as the developmen...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Derieg S

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prevention of health care-associated infections, specifically surgical site infections, is a fundamental responsibility of the perioperative team. Breaks in sterile technique can and do occur, even for the most conscientious perioperative practitioners. Surgical site infections are associated with unnecessary patient ...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Hopper WR,Moss R

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Using our Perioperative Nursing Process form in addition to intraoperative and PACU flow sheets allows us to document the nursing process in a manner that satisfies the goals for documentation established by our committee. Because we place all forms in the patients' medical records, they are available for review by th...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Pobojewski BJ,Neper N,Guzzo PM,Beadle PK

更新日期：1992-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Enjoying one's work is a state of mind that is integrated in the manager's personality. Although some individuals are born with an optimistic perspective on life, others have to develop it. A manager can cultivate an appreciation for the ordinary and learn to use humor as a communication tool and coping technique. Cul...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Davidhizar RE

更新日期：1989-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surgical smoke is formed when energy-generating devices (ie, electrosurgery units, lasers, powered instruments) raise the intracellular temperature of tissue to at least 100º C (212º F), causing tissue vaporization in the form of surgical smoke. Surgical smoke contains components that are known health hazards, such as...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Spruce L

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Family-centered care is an accepted and promoted philosophy within the health care community. Perioperative nurses are empowered to support change in the health care arena and to examine and institute policies that affect patient care. This study examined the feasibility of family presence in the OR during breast biop...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Evans LA

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mastocytosis, an uncommon clinical disorder, can present a variety of clinical manifestations ranging from an asymptomatic state to one characterized by recurrent episodes of severe vasodilatation. Even the patient whose disease appears to be well controlled and is asymptomatic preoperatively can develop serious intra...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Goins VA

更新日期：1991-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 2000, the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, installed a patient flow management system. Staff members embraced the technology, finding that it improved communication and quality of patient care, and hospital administrators noticed increased productivity and revenue after implementing the sys...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： McHugh N

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most OR nurses whether veteran or novice have had some exposure to organ donation; however, few are aware of what occurs outside of the surgical setting. This article provides an overview of the entire donation process, from the hours before the procedure to the steps needed for successful recovery. Particular attenti...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Lilly KT,Langley VL

更新日期：1999-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A host of toxic substances exist in the OR. The toxicity of prep solutions, cleaning chemicals, common medications, and trace anesthetic gases varies greatly. Nurses use, direct others in the use of, or administer potential toxins while breathing air that may be contaminated to some degree with anesthetic vapors. Ofte...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Fiedler MA,Biddle C

更新日期：1998-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Efforts to comply with AORN's recommended practices for sterilization led a multidisciplinary team at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, Tampa, Florida, to undertake a quality improvement project to reduce the frequency of immediate-use (previously called flash) sterilization. Team members determined t...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Shelby D,Kras B,Bryant S,Myers K,Bolyard N

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stress is a factor that affects nurses on a daily basis and can result in nurses' absenteeism, hostility, and aggression, as well as reduced productivity and efficiency. One hospital in Northeast Florida conducted a quality improvement project with perioperative nurses to determine which of the work situations they en...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Kingdon B,Halvorsen F

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of acute appendicitis in the elderly will continue to increase as the elderly population enlarges. Because appendicitis is much more serious in elderly patients compared to younger patients, the care we render to elderly individuals must be optimal, and recent improvements in care have dropped mortality ...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Horattas MC,Haught R

更新日期：1992-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Following the surgical insertion of all prosthetic implants, an identical sequence of events occurs, although the magnitude of each response is variable. Initially, to maintain hemostasis, the coagulation system is stimulated and platelet activation occurs. Within minutes, leukocytes accumulate in an attempt to neutra...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Zeller JM

更新日期：1983-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Heated intraoperative intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIIC) was introduced at Altru Health System in August 2003 to offer the community a different treatment option for intraperitoneal carcinomatosis. The closed technique is performed to eliminate the risk of aerosolization and direct contact of the toxic chemotherapeut...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Foltz P,Wavrin C,Sticca R

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:AORN conducted its 18th annual compensation survey for perioperative nurses in June 2020. A multiple regression model was used to examine how several variables, including job title, education level, certification, experience, and geographic region, affect perioperative nurse compensation. Comparisons between the 2020 ...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Bacon DR,Stewart KA

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Though often difficult, ethical decision making is necessary when caring for surgical patients. Perioperative nurses have to recognize ethical dilemmas and should be prepared to take action based on the ethical code outlined in the American Nurses Association's (ANA's) Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive State...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： King CA

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Perioperative nurses must use critical thinking and sound clinical judgment to meet their patients' needs safely and effectively. This requires the integration and continual updating of large amounts of detailed clinical information. Innovative education strategies are designed to make teaching and learning more inter...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Carifa L,Janiszewski Goodin H

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most of the experts agree: new technology, new laser applications, and new concepts of health care will keep the ambulatory surgery industry moving and growing. Statistics from the past seem to imply the same thing. Ten years from now we can reread this article and see if we were accurate. ...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Cruz LD

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Blood administration safety is the result of accurate identification of patients to blood products before transfusions, appropriate care and administration of blood products, and rapid recognition and intervention when adverse reactions occur. Health care institutions have an obligation to provide staff members clearl...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Craig V,Bower JO

更新日期：1997-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hypothermia, a common problem for patients having surgery, adversely affects multiple organ systems and physiologic functions. Research indicates that maintaining normothermia can reduce infection rates, operative blood loss, and length of hospital stay. Often, preventing hypothermia is not a high priority to surgical...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Weirich TL

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:International experiences with operative repair of fibrous strictures indicate that satisfactory results are obtained with 80% to 85% of patients at least three years after the stent is removed. Although opinion regarding the length of time stents should be left in place is not unanimous, stents usually can be removed...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Braasch JW,Gasbarro KA

更新日期：1990-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:AORN is committed to promoting the identification of the correct surgical site. Using the suggested risk-prevention strategies when developing policies and procedures will reduce the risk of error. AORN's position statement on correct site surgery is available on AORN Online (i.e., http://www.aorn.org/about/positions/...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Beyea SC

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Perioperative personnel must clean and disinfect the perioperative environment numerous times throughout the day to help prevent the risk of exposing patients to pathogenic microorganisms. However, this practice exposes perioperative team members to chemicals that could be harmful to their health. Exposure to cleaning...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Spruce L

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cleaning, decontaminating, and handling instructions for instruments vary widely based on the type of instrument and the manufacturer. Processing instruments in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions can help prevent damage and keep devices in good working order. Most importantly, proper cleaning and disinfec...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Cowperthwaite L,Holm RL

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Estimates indicate that one million patients who smoke present annually in the United States for some form of surgical intervention. Smoking is a known cause of respiratory complications, hemodynamic fluctuations, and delayed wound healing. A literature search revealed a small number of available studies that address ...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Lauerman CJ

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The role of the RN first assistant (RNFA) has expanded and evolved during the past three decades. Studies that have examined patient care outcomes relative to RNFAs substituting for surgeons as first assistants have noted no resulting adverse consequences, and the use of RNFAs in surgery may improve patient outcomes. ...

journal_title：AORN journal

authors： Pear SM,Williamson TH

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00