Pocket Guide to the Operating Room

As a former OR Nurse, and now I am an international healthcare industry consultant, I purchased this book to remain current on new procedures, instrumentation, equipment, etc. For one thing, this book is better than my old bible (Alexander's). It is more complete on the "need to know" items. But for me, I will be able to use it for several applications: First, to estimate costs per procedure (owing to instrumentation, time, equipment, staff, prep, medications, etc.) the only improvement I could recommend, Maxine, is put the CPT codes next to the name of the procedure. Second, I consult internationally on medical tourism efficiency, quality, safety, waste mitigation, process and risk-based thinking. this book can be used as a go-to reference for each procedure - both the old ones I know like I know my name, and new ones that became the standard of care after I left the OR. I can also help the medical tourism hospitals create pricing formulas with the information on each procedure.Maxine, you have my deepest respect and appreciation. This one's a keeper!

I was recommeded this book by a coworker when I was training to be a circulating RN. Good recommendation. It's pretty easy to carry around. It gives a basic overview of many of the procedures done in the OR, it includes info such as what the procedure is done for, steps of the procedure, and instrumentation used during the case, and other helpful info to give the truly novice circulating RN a background of what to expect during specific surgical case. It is easy to read and understand. I would recommend it as a useful resource for an RN just starting their training in the OR.

I Love this pocket guide. Being in the medical field in the O.R. it's much needed for new or experienced staff. As an educator, it helps me help those I educate to know a procedure and what's needed for it. It's what I call my work bible. I will say to anyone who's deciding if they should get it... GET IT!!! U will be grateful u listened!

My daughter, who is studying in the medical field, requested this book. She has stated on several occasions, that this book is worth it's weight in gold! She has read & re-read it over again. She's been able to go back and use it as a reference as well. She has said that she LOVES having this book! It arrived in a timely manner and in excellent condition! My expectations were absolutely met!

This book is a bit bigger than 'pocket' size, lol. Well, in a lab coat, the outer waist level pockets would work but it's not SMALL. It's a paperback & the print is kinda small. I am of the age where I am starting to not only appreciate but LOVE larger print. There are a ton of surgical procedures in here and I know this book is going to help me tremendously as an entry level Surgical Technologist. There is no question about the value of the information.I do think it's a little pricey but all in all I'm very satisfied. I'll be packing this thing with me every day until I get into the groove of being a new Tech. I did the same thing when I got my Nuclear Medicine degree and license. It's ALWAYS a good idea to have reference manuals in your new position to help you along.SUMMARY: A little too big to be a called a pocket guide, full of information, print is kinda small, but it's a good tool. It could be a few bucks cheaper and I'd give it 5 stars.

Love the format of this book, informative, great supplement to my Surgical Technology for the Surgical Technologist textbook (as this textbook itself will not introduce what indicates procedures), this book will introduce the procedure with an ample background, proceed with a decent step-wise guide, and include all likely equipment and supplies; and it's small enough to bring along in a purse for impromptu reading!

This book is a must for Surgical Techs or Operating Room Nurses. As a student, I referred to this book to review cases throughout the day for supplies needed, positioning and what is expected. Even after graduation from the program I still use this book to brush up on procedures I haven't preformed in awhile. Great learning tool.

I am extremely satisfied with this purchase. The book is in excellent condition. If I didn't know it was used, I'd think it was a brand new book! Will definitely buy from this book seller again.