Podcast
Questions and Answers
What is the primary responsibility of a surgical nurse?
What is the primary responsibility of a surgical nurse?
- Providing care to patients after surgery
- Administering medication during surgery
- Assisting in pre-operative preparation of patients (correct)
- Conducting examinations before surgery
What extra training is required for Registered Nurses or Enrolled Nurses to become theatre nurses?
What extra training is required for Registered Nurses or Enrolled Nurses to become theatre nurses?
- Specialization in medical ward nursing
- Completion of anesthetic courses
- Attending nursing school
- Completion of perioperative care training (correct)
What is the last phase of a surgical nurse's responsibility during surgery?
What is the last phase of a surgical nurse's responsibility during surgery?
- Providing post-operative care and treatments (correct)
- Assisting the surgeons with procedures
- Administering anesthesia to the patient
- Monitoring the patient's vital signs
What is a requirement for individuals who want to become surgical nurses?
What is a requirement for individuals who want to become surgical nurses?
Where are surgical patients usually nursed in the UK and Australia?
Where are surgical patients usually nursed in the UK and Australia?
What is the primary focus of a theatre nurse's role?
What is the primary focus of a theatre nurse's role?
What additional training is required for Registered Nurses or Enrolled Nurses to become theatre nurses?
What additional training is required for Registered Nurses or Enrolled Nurses to become theatre nurses?
During which phase of surgery does the theatre nurse assist the anaesthetist and surgeons?
During which phase of surgery does the theatre nurse assist the anaesthetist and surgeons?
What do individuals who want to become surgical nurses often have to do before being allowed to work as nurses?
What do individuals who want to become surgical nurses often have to do before being allowed to work as nurses?
Where are surgical patients usually nursed in the UK and Australia?
Where are surgical patients usually nursed in the UK and Australia?