Archive of articles
Welcome to our online searchable database of the Journal of Perioperative Practice (JPP) articles (1998 - present).
JPP is the official journal of the AfPP. It promotes perioperative practice through publishing literature reviews, research-based articles, topical discussions, advice on clinical issues, current news items and product information. The journal also encourages a sense of community among perioperative practitioners by providing a forum for debate. Members and non-members can use our search facility. You can search by the article's title, a subject keyword or by author.
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Back to basics - Introduction to Instruments
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Published - 1 Nov 1999. Author - Campbell C, Taylor M 1999. When undertaking a scrub role for the first time, a tray of surgical instruments can be a daunting vision for the scrub practitioner. This article aims to introduce instrument types, their uses, care, and general points to consider. £ 10.00 (free to members) Before you can purchase this item, you need to log in or register with us. |
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Bone Cement Mixing: theatre staff's views and opinions
(PDF 246 Kb)
Published - 1 Feb 2003. Author - Dunne N, Orr J 2000. Acrylic bone cement has not substantially changed since it was first introduced more than 30 years ago, however the method by which it is mixed has evolved greatly (Dunne 1996). £ 10.00 (free to members) Before you can purchase this item, you need to log in or register with us. |
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Bone cement mixing - Mixing Systems and the Effects of Vacuum Mixing on Bone Cement
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Published - 31 Aug 1998. Author - Eveleigh R 2001. This third article in our series on bone cement mixing covers the effect that modern vacuum mixing techniques and the design of the mixer can have on improving the mechanical properties of the bone cement. This will ultimately lead to a better long-term o £ 10.00 (free to members) Before you can purchase this item, you need to log in or register with us. |
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Bone cement mixing - The Preparation of Bone Cement
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Published - 20 May 2008. Author - Eveleigh R 2001. In this second in a series of four articles, Rebecca Eveleigh explains why it is essential for bone cement to be properly prepared, mixed and delivered. £ 10.00 (free to members) Before you can purchase this item, you need to log in or register with us. |
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Back to basics - The Multi-disciplinary Team in the Operating Department
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Published - 31 Mar 2007. Author - Campbell C, Taylor M 1999. The provision of health care seems to be becoming more and more technical, with more complex procedures being carried out using a vast array of machines and monitors. The basic principles, however, remain the same and it is the purpose of this series to l £ 10.00 (free to members) Before you can purchase this item, you need to log in or register with us. |
