Course Code: REL-ACU-0-POARTH
Hours: 1.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Recall indications, contraindications, advantages, and disadvantages of arthroscopic procedures.
Describe potential complications of arthroscopic procedures and strategies for preventing them.
Describe arthroscopic surgery techniques, including commonly used equipment and instrumentation.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Arthroscopic Considerations
Overview of Arthroscopy
Indications
Contraindications
Advantages and Disadvantages of Arthroscopic Surgery
Pre-Procedure Steps
Instruments, Equipment, and Arthroscopes
Technique of Arthroscopy
Complications
Prevention of Injury During Arthroscopy
Post-Anesthesia Recovery
Postoperative Recovery
Follow-Up
Section 3: Clinical Vignette
A Basketball Injury
Section 4: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Brandy Verton, BSN, RN, CNOR
Brandy is a certified perioperative nurse with a background in both scrub and circulator roles across a variety of surgical specialties. She earned her BSN with summa cum laude honors from Capella University and has served as a Surgical Services Clinical Educator and Periop 101 instructor. Her early clinical experience on a postoperative and medical-surgical overflow unit shaped her commitment to patient-centered care and team collaboration. Throughout her career, she has contributed to hospital committees and process improvement efforts focused on safety, education, and quality outcomes. Brandy is passionate about creating practical, real-world education that helps clinicians feel supported in their work, build confidence in their skills, and continue delivering safe, effective care.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Surgical Personnel; in the following settings: Hospitals: Acute.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.