title: Arthroscopic knee surgery.
abstract: Arthroscopy of the knee has become a high-volume procedure for ambulatory surgery centers. As technology advances, these procedures will become more complicated. Perioperative nurses are challenged to stay abreast of advancing technology. This article discusses the perioperative care of the client having arthroscopic knee surgery.
authors.forename: D C
authors.initials: DC
authors.lastname: Valdez
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Wood
mesh_terms: D000556:Ambulatory Surgical Procedures; D020679:Arthroscopes; D001182:Arthroscopy / Q000451:nursing; D006801:Humans; D007718:Knee Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D009871:Operating Room Nursing; D011300:Preoperative Care; D013523:Surgical Equipment