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Thromboembolism is a major complication for patients undergoing elective hip and knee surgery. It can delay full recovery and increase the cost of treatment. This review article focuses on the patho-physiology, risk factors, and methods of prophylaxis in this select patient group. Emphasis is placed on the role of the nurse in the ongoing assessment of the patient's risk for thromboembolism.

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1997

数据来源: OVID

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Spinal cord injury without radiographic abnormality (SCIWORA) is associated with self-reducing transient subluxation or distraction of the juvenile spine. It accounts for about 40% of spinal injuries in children under sixteen. Children's anatomical features increase their susceptibility to hyperflexion, hyperextension and distraction mechanisms. Nursing management includes an awareness of two of its greatest dangers: a delay in onset of symptoms and a possible recurrence. If these dangers are identified early, the child's potential for recovery is maximized.

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1997

数据来源: OVID

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Currently a myriad of devices are available for immobilization of the injured or postsurgical upper extremity. Some of these devices are straightforward and easily used, but some are more complicated and require more familiarity for their successful application. However, even simple devices have the potential for misapplication and thus prevent their benefit to the patient. This article is the second in a 3-part series. The goals of the series are (1) to present and review several devices on the market used by shoulder surgeons to immobilize the upper extremity, and (2) to discuss proper application and precautions of their use. It is intended that this series will benefit nurses, therapists, and trainers involved in the use of these devices.

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1997

数据来源: OVID

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Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the two major types of arthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative process, whereas rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory process. Nurses need to be able to distinguish between the two types to provide patients with appropriate treatments.

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1997

数据来源: OVID

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The following five pages contain an excerpt from theOrthopaedic Home Care Independent Studymodule published by NAON. For details and ordering, see Publication Order Form on page 38.

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1997

数据来源: OVID

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Good leaders are humble, continually learning people who believe they must constantly push themselves out into the unknown to maintain their intellectual flexibility and humility.

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1997

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

As of September 4, 1997, members recruited 49 new members. We have a long way to go to reach our goal of 400 by December 31! Membership would be a great holiday gift for your nursing colleagues. Prizes include a free trip to Congress, free registration, NAON bucks and a NAON jacket! Won't you help us meet this goal? Contact the National Office or your Chapter to obtain special contest membership applications. Applications were also in the July/August and September/October issuesof NAON News.

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1997

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1997

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1997

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1997

数据来源: OVID