PRI 1 Introduction to Perioperative Nursing A Primer for Perioperative Education

PRI 2 Definition of Perioperative Nursing The provision of nursing care by an RN preoperatively, intraoperatively, and postoperatively to a patient undergoing an operative or invasive procedure.

PRI 3 Areas in Which Perioperative Nursing Is Practiced  Perioperative nursing is practiced in Hospital operating rooms Interventional radiology suites Cardiac cath labs Endoscopy suites Ambulatory surgery centers Trauma centers Pediatric specialty hospitals Physician offices

PRI 4 Functions of the Perioperative Nurse  Advocate  Protector  Teacher  Change agent  Manager of patient care

PRI 5 Perioperative Team Members  Nursing Roles in the OR Circulating Nurse Scrub person RN first assistant (RNFA) Perioperative educator Specialty team leader Perioperative manager

PRI 6 Perioperative Nursing Skills  Assessment  Communication  Critical thinking  Technical skills

PRI 7 Surgical Attire  Gowns  Gloves  Masks  Hair covering  Protective eyewear

PRI 8 Goals of Patient Safety  Provide safe patient care Knowledge of procedure Ensure the correct patient, correct site, correct level, and correct procedure Knowledge of positioning Adhere to safe medication administration guidelines Perform surgical counts  Provide a safe environment Adhere to asepsis Promote coordinated and effective communication

PRI 9 Benefits of a Career in Perioperative Nursing  Working as a nurse in the perioperative environment requires The ability to work in a fast paced environment Flexibility Attention to detail Willingness to commit to ongoing learning The ability to work collaboratively as a member of the surgical team