Plastic and reconstructive surgery is a growing trend in the U.S.
Advancements in the field are making procedures more attractive options
to an increasing number of Americans. With this growing trend, there is
a growing demand for nurses working in this specialty. Although most
patients opt to have surgery voluntarily, there are patients who require
plastic and reconstructive surgery due to fires, accidents or
deformities at birth. Plastic and reconstructive surgery can help
restore patients' appearances and, at the same time, their self-esteem.
Plastic surgery nurses help victims rebuild their lives. This is one of
the rewards of working in this field. Plastic surgery nurses assist in
pre-op education and procedures with patients, assist during the actual
procedures, and also care for patients during the post-op and recovery
period. This concise guide to contemporary plastic surgery nursing
practice contains up-to-date information for RNs practicing in this
nursing specialty and defines the level of nursing practice and
professional performance for plastic surgery nurses at all practice
levels and in all settings. This is a must-have title for plastic
surgery nursing practitioners, educators, students, researchers and
others directly involved in plastic surgery. Employers, insurers,
lawyers, regulators, policy makers and stakeholders will find value in
referencing this publication.
