Crossword: General Perioperative Knowledge

Not only are travelers filling in gaps for overworked staff, but they are also helping ensure that patients still receive the care they need.

Homework involves collecting the correct supplies and instruments for a case, knowing the basics of the type of surgery to be performed, and preparing for the “what ifs.”

Education on preparing for patient deaths, including the processes and the caring practices, will prepare nurses to provide the most compassionate care possible.