Johns Hopkins Manual for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Nursing

Johns Hopkins Manual for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Nursing is an easy-to-use, quick reference manual that outlines the GI nurse’s role in patient care before, during, and after various endoscopic procedures.

This necessary reference offers a comprehensive look into routine and complicated diagnostic and therapeutic procedures detailing the nursing professional’s role and the supplies and equipment needed. Photographs and illustrations of the equipment and techniques facilitate better comprehension of the complicated steps in the performance of endoscopic procedures.

Some topics covered in this essential manual include Overview of Endoscopy, Intravenous Sedation, Endoscopy in Patients with Pre-existing Medical Conditions, Cleaning and Disinfection of Endoscopic Equipment, and Preparation and Discharge Instructions.

An added bonus to this handy manual is the inclusion of side tabs to highlight specific procedural sections for greater ease of use. Johns Hopkins Manual for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Nursing is an essential reference for all endoscopy units to facilitate the performance of procedures in an organized, efficient manner and to help ensure the success of gastrointestinal endoscopy personnel. 

Features:

• Preprocedure guidelines to ensure efficient endoscopic procedures.
• Intraprocedure steps to guide the inexperienced endoscopic assistant.
• Instructions on the nursing management of patients with pre-existing medical conditions undergoing endoscopy.
• Guidelines for assistance with advanced endoscopic procedures such as EUS and therapeutic ERCP.