Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing

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Julia Kneale (Senior Lecturer, Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Greenbank, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK)

Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing

Julia Kneale (Senior Lecturer, Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Greenbank, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK)

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Churchill Livingstone
09 September 2004

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Building on the success of the first edition, this edition brings together pertinent issues related to orthopaedic and trauma nursing, exploring the implications for practice and the evidence basis for clinical decisions. This text, compiled by a team of lecturers and experienced practitioners within the field, reflects the variety of adult and paediatric clinical settings where orthopaedic and trauma nurses work, including acute wards, clinics, community hospitals, nursing homes and patients' homes This book provides a comprehensive reference text aimed at orthopaedic and trauma practitioners those in or developing specialist roles in orthopaedics and trauma.

By: Julia Kneale (Senior Lecturer Department of Nursing Faculty of Health Greenbank University of Central Lancashire Preston UK)
Imprint: Churchill Livingstone
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 189mm, Spine: 27mm
Weight: 1.060kg
ISBN: 9780443061820
ISBN 10: 0443061823
Pages: 552
Publication Date: 09 September 2004
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Replaced By: 9780443044618
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Foreword. Preface. Orthopaedic and trauma nursing. The scope of care. Orthopaedic nursing theory and concepts. The locomotor system. Why move? Why restricting movement is important. Pain management and orthopaedic care. The importance of nutrition. Epidemiology influences. Process and prevention of infection. Orthopaedic infections. Patient admission: planned and emergency. Joint and limb problems in children and adolescents. Care of patients with bone tumours. Care of patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Care of patients with rheumatic diseases. Osteoarthritis and total joint replacements. Care of patients with spinal conditions and injuries. Osteoporosis nursing implications. Care of patients with acute spinal cord injuries. Care of patients with upper limb injuries and conditions.Peripheral nerve injuries. Care of patients with a pelvic injury. Care of patients with lower limb injuries and conditions. Sports injuries. Overuse injuries.

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Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing

Julia Kneale (Senior Lecturer, Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Greenbank, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK)

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