Abstract: Chapter 14 Elective Orthopaedic Surgery Brian Lucas, Brian LucasSearch for more papers by this authorMary Drozd, Mary DrozdSearch for more papers by this authorSandra Flynn, Sandra FlynnSearch for more papers by this authorVanessa Blair, Vanessa BlairSearch for more papers by this author Brian Lucas, Brian LucasSearch for more papers by this authorMary Drozd, Mary DrozdSearch for more papers by this authorSandra Flynn, Sandra FlynnSearch for more papers by this authorVanessa Blair, Vanessa BlairSearch for more papers by this author Book Editor(s):Sonya Clarke, Sonya ClarkeSearch for more papers by this authorJulie Santy-Tomlinson, Julie Santy-TomlinsonSearch for more papers by this author First published: 19 August 2014 https://doi.org/10.1002/9781118941263.ch14Citations: 1 AboutPDFPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShareShare a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinked InRedditWechat Summary This chapter provides an overview of the principles of orthopaedic elective surgery and some of the common surgical procedures. The patient pathway of pre-, peri- and post-operative care will be described and the implications for nursing care discussed. The evidence base for practice, including enhanced recovery programmes, will be explored so that the practitioner can ensure they are providing the optimum care for patients. Citing Literature Orthopaedic and trauma nursing: An evidence-based approach to musculoskeletal care RelatedInformation
Publication Year: 2014
Publication Date: 2014-08-19
Language: en
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