Post Basic Diploma Operation Room Nursing questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the duration?
One year with supervised operation-room specialty residency.
Is theatre experience compulsory?
Yes. The residency regulations require at least one year of clinical experience as a staff nurse, preferably in the relevant specialty.
Can graduates administer anaesthesia independently?
No. Anaesthesia is delivered under the authority of appropriately qualified professionals and institutional policy.
Is the course only about instruments?
No. It covers the full perioperative pathway, patient safety, asepsis, monitoring and recovery.
Is it an additional nursing qualification?
Yes, after completing the applicable registration process.
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