Core Topics in Operating Department Practice

Recent developments to medical career structures and roles and responsibilities have raised the profile of operating department practitioners (ODPs). Required knowledge is vast, and exams must be sat in working towards statutory registration. This is the first in a series of three books providing comprehensive information for healthcare staff working in the operating department. Topics include anaesthesia, critical care, post-interventional care, enhancing care delivery, professional practice, leadership and resource management. The clear and concise format is ideally suited to study and qualification as well as continued reference during practice. Written by specialists with a wealth of knowledge and experience to offer, and incorporating problem-based learning from case studies, this book will be important for ODPs and theatre nurses throughout the UK, in Australia where the same structures have been adopted, and worldwide for all professionals working in operating departments.