Orthopedic Nursing

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Hip Fracture

Product code: 78344        

Overview:

This video reviews preoperative care issues with specific reference to ER admittance, patient work-up, medical stabilization and traction. Examines key fracture types and current surgical options. Viewers learn postoperative consideration in hip fracture care. Discharge criteria and home healthcare issues are also reviewed.

Hip Replacement

Product code: 78345        

Overview:

This program discusses preoperative patient management issues including patient education transfer and walk training and proactive home modification. Utilizes a system approach to postoperative care including pain management, cardiovascular and wound care. Reviews basic discharge goals and home management nursing.

Knee Replacement

Product code: 78346        

Overview:

This video utilizes a clinical pathways approach to care, beginning with preoperative management issues and continuing through discharge. Prosthetic designs and surgical approaches are discussed. Postoperative care information includes description of wound care, post-op recovery goals and physical therapy. Reviews the role of the transition to home healthcare as well as the specific nursing care issues in multiple settings.