Description
The common positions related to the surgical procedures and the use of the appropriate equipment such as fracture tables, head stabilisers, body stabilisers, C-arm extensions in order to provide the position.
Alternative labels
patient positioning during surgery
positions for surgical operations
patient positioning for surgery
surgical positions
positions for surgery
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Positions for surgical procedures is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Optional knowledge
Positions for surgical procedures is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Anaesthetic technician: Anaesthetic technicians assist specialised doctors in anaesthetics. They prepare operating theatres and other specialised clinics for anaesthetic procedures, prepare the equipment needed for anaesthesia, and assist with inducing and maintaining adequate anaesthesia and post-anaesthesia procedures. They do so under supervision, following the orders of the doctor of medicine.
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