Perioperative nursing: a special nursing specialty.

Area of Science:

• Nursing Science
• Perioperative Care
• Behavioral Sciences

Background:

• The intraoperative phase of perioperative nursing is a distinct specialty.
• It integrates a nursing model focused on caring science and a collaborative model requiring interdisciplinary knowledge.

Purpose of the Study:

• To define the unique characteristics of intraoperative nursing practice.
• To highlight the blend of nursing theory and collaborative medical knowledge.

Main Methods:

• Conceptual analysis of the intraoperative nursing role.
• Examination of the integration of nursing and collaborative models.

Main Results:

• Intraoperative nursing combines behavioral sciences, education, and caring science.
• It necessitates a knowledge base from medicine and biological sciences.
• The scope of practice remains uniquely nursing despite close collaboration.

Conclusions:

• Intraoperative nursing is a specialized field requiring a unique skill set.
• The role emphasizes nursing's distinct contribution within a collaborative healthcare environment.