ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1985

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1985

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Osteoporosis is attracting a great deal attention. This condition strikes 15 to 20 million Americans, mostly women. The role of calcium and estrogen in the prevention and treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis is only beginning to understood. This article describes the pharmacodynamics of calcium and estrogen and recommendations for their use. Calcium and estrogen are only two of the factors believed to play a part in the development of this condition. Future research may indicate that a combination of preventive and therapeutic modalities be prescribed.

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1985

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

This offering for one (1) contact hour is sponsored by the National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses, which is accredited as a provider of continuing education in nursing by the Eastern Regional Accrediting Committee of the American Nurses' Association. NAON has been approved as a provider of continuing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN Provider Number 03432). Iowa nurses, please apply to your State Board of Nursing for individual consideration before completing the offering. Awarding of contact hours is contingent upon successful (75% correct) completion of the test questions.

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1985

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Osteoporosis is an age-related disorder characterized by loss of bone mass resulting in increased risk for fractures, particularly in the lower thoracic and lumbar vertebrae. Clinically this results in acute or chronic back pain. Women at risk are postmenopausal, white, and thin. Acute treatment emphasizes pain control and prevention of complications. Prevention of further bone loss and subsequent fractures is the goal of long-term treatment. Nursing care centers on pain relief, gradual increase in activity, and education. This article discusses osteoporosis and its relation to spine fractures, its clinical features, risk factors, treatment, and nursing care.

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1985

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Glucocorticoid excess, in any form, is deleterious to bone metabolism, and leads to a rapid and profound decrease in bone mass. The most severe effects occur in the axial skeleton where the greatest concentration of trabecular bone is found. When the bone density falls below the level at which the body can support its own weight, pathologic fractures may result. These occur most commonly in the vertebral bodies, ribs, hips, proximal humeri, and distal radii. An understanding of the pathophysiology of glucocorticoid osteopenia is essential for the proper management of this condition.

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1985

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Renal osteodystrophy is present in 50–80% of patients with chronic renal failure. The bone pain and accompanying muscular weakness and limitations complicates an already complicated regimen. Prevention of osteodystrophy through maintenance of normal calcium and phosphorus levels is the key to management. Nurses play a major role in supporting and facilitating compliance with these prescribed regimens. Orthopaedically, the fractures of osteodystrophy are managed in the same way as the patient with osteoporosis.

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1985

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Much of orthopaedic nursing involves gerontologic nursing. This article addresses specific environmental and nursing strategies that provide optimal care for the elderly.

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1985

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

A ware of the impact of hip fracture on quality of life, the surgeon general organized a committee with the purpose of proposing a hip fracture prevention project. The need for this committee and accomplishments to date are reviewed.

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1985

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

The incidence of hip fractures in the United States approaches 200,000 per year. This patient typically requires immediate surgery. Emergency room assessment and management prior to surgery is therefore critical. This article will highlight the preoperative management of the patient with a femoral neck fracture.

ISSN:0744-6020    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1985

数据来源: OVID