Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing,
Edition 2Editors: By Julia Kneale, BSc(Hons), RN, RNT, WNB219
Publication Date:
09 Sep 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' homesThis book provides a comprehensive reference text aimed at
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By Julia Kneale, BSc(Hons), RN, RNT, WNB219, Senior Lecturer, Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Greenbank, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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.
ISBN:
9780443061820
Page Count:
552
Retail Price
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Langstaff and Christie 2000 Trauma care: a team approach Butterworth Heinemann £31.99
This is focused on the trauma patient group only.
Butler: Orthopaedic Nursing Hardcover 864 pages (2002) Saunders; ISBN: 0721693024
£72.99
USA book, much higher price point
Journal of Orthopaedic Nursing
This is focused on the trauma patient group only.
Butler: Orthopaedic Nursing Hardcover 864 pages (2002) Saunders; ISBN: 0721693024
£72.99
USA book, much higher price point
Journal of Orthopaedic Nursing
Orthopaedic nurses in elective and trauma units, and in community outreach teams
Rheumatology nurses
Theatre nurses
A&E nurses
Practice/district nurses
Rheumatology nurses
Theatre nurses
A&E nurses
Practice/district nurses