Orthopaedic nursing in developing nations: A collaboration between the Republic of the Union of Myanmar (Burma) and Australia

Publication date: Available online 7 November 2016 Source:International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing Author(s): Yin Mar Han, Nang Awng, Lahkri Hkawn Nu, Ni Mya Thway, Paul McLiesh This paper describes a collaboration between orthopaedic nurses in Myanmar (Burma) and Australia. It describes how that collaboration began and how it has grown. The unique needs and challenges of healthcare delivery in developing nations are discussed. Understanding these unique needs and challenges is vital in tailoring strategies to provide orthopaedic nurses in those countries with resources that are suitable to assist them in providing the highest level of quality care to their patients. The authors hope that this example may inspire other orthopaedic nurses and organisations around the globe to participate in this type of activity with the understanding that it benefits all those involved, nurses from both developed and developing countries, as well as improving patient care.
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - Category: Nursing Source Type: research