Positioning patients for surgery

the long version

A practical, procedure-by-procedure guide to patient positioning for about 50 of the most common surgical procedures, written by a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, nurses and anesthetists. Positioning for each procedure is described in detail and points of interest or potential hazards discussed where appropriate. Each procedure is clearly illustrated using photographs and explanatory line drawings.-- Covers the most 50 common surgical procedures.-- Multidisciplinary authorship provides the important extra perspectives of other theatre-based personnel.-- Clear illustrations allow all positions to be simply replicated in the theatre.-- Key hazards and potential pitfalls of each position discussed in detail.