Step inside the world of modern surgical nursing with this comprehensive, UK-based guide to perioperative care.

Perioperative Nursing in the Operating Theatre is the definitive reference for student nurses, newly qualified staff, and seasoned theatre professionals looking to deepen their knowledge and sharpen their skills. Whether you’re preparing for your first theatre placement or mentoring junior staff, this book delivers real-life insight, evidence-based practice, and professional guidance at every level.

🛠️ Inside this book, you will learn:

• The full roles of scrub, circulating, and anaesthetic nurses

• Operating theatre layout, zones, instrument handling, and PPE

• Infection control, surgical counts, and WHO safety checklist

• Core concepts of patient advocacy, positioning, and documentation

• Real-world scenarios, emergency response, and ethical decision-making

• Reflective practice, CPD, and NMC revalidation tools

Authored by Charlotte Miller, a registered UK theatre nurse and clinical educator with over 15 years of experience, this book blends theoretical depth with frontline practicality.

💡 Key Features:

• Aligns with AfPP and NMC standards

• Quizzes, definitions, checklists, and visual guides

• Ideal for use in nursing schools, placements, and NHS Trusts

• Suitable for all perioperative specialties—ENT, orthopaedics, gynaecology, robotics, and more

📚 Whether you’re scrubbing in or supporting from the wings, this guide is your essential companion in delivering safe, competent, and compassionate surgical care.