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Dare to excel in ambulatory surgery.

B J Gruendemann

    AORN Journal
    |February 1, 1985
    PubMed
    Summary

    Outpatient surgery offers unique advantages for nursing education and practice. It serves as a distinct clinical setting for perioperative nursing students to observe comprehensive patient care phases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing Science
    • Surgical Care Innovations

    Background:

    • Outpatient surgery is evolving beyond a mere extension of inpatient care.
    • It represents a distinct clinical domain with unique opportunities for nursing.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the distinct nature of outpatient (ambulatory) surgery.
    • To emphasize its value as a clinical training ground for perioperative nursing students.
    • To encourage innovation and leadership within ambulatory surgery settings.

    Main Methods:

    • The abstract discusses the observational learning experience for nursing students in ambulatory surgery.
    • It references Peters and Waterman's concept of 'champions' in organizational success.
    • It poses a call to action for professionals to drive excellence in ambulatory surgery centers.

    Main Results:

    • Ambulatory surgery provides a condensed, three-to-four-hour view of all patient care phases.
    • The field is ripe for creative nursing interventions and process improvements.
    • The concept of a 'champion' is crucial for implementing and advancing new ideas.

    Conclusions:

    • Outpatient surgery is a specialized field offering significant advantages for nursing practice and education.
    • Nursing professionals are encouraged to act as 'champions' to foster innovation and elevate ambulatory surgery centers.
    • Proactive leadership is key to establishing centers as leaders in patient care.

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