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The experiences of pre- and in-hospital care in patients with hip fractures: A study based on Critical incidents
Conclusion Experiences of prehospital care shows a positive impact though the patients experienced this part of the pathway professionally. However, the patients described critical incidents according to their experiences of pain seems to have significant damagingly impact on the patients' well-being. The patient also describe a sense of uncertainty in their individual involvement of care. (Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - June 20, 2018 Category: Nursing Source Type: research

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Publication date: Available online 6 June 2018 Source:International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing Author(s): Mary Drozd (Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - June 6, 2018 Category: Nursing Source Type: research

An audit of complications of fiberglass cast and hybrid cast for fractures of the foot, ankle and forearm in a Swedish emergency department
Conclusion Fiberglass casts did not cause severe complications in this group of patients with uncomplicated fractures of the extremities. However, 25% of the patients experienced some form of complication. Interventions are needed that minimize the frequency of complications. As with all healthcare interventions, it is crucial that staff applying casts and providing follow-up care are competent. If casts are applied correctly and the patient is well informed and concordant, complications can be avoided. (Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - June 2, 2018 Category: Nursing Source Type: research

Have you had your bowels opened today?
Publication date: Available online 23 May 2018 Source:International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing Author(s): Linda Shields, Julie Santy-Tomlinson (Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - May 24, 2018 Category: Nursing Source Type: research

The lived experience: Nurses' experience of caring for patients with a traumatic spinal cord injury
Conclusion The study highlights the experience and challenges of providing care to these individuals. Although these patients had significant physical disabilities and were often dependent physically, the nurses concern was directed more towards fulfilling their psychological needs. Nurses identified grieving patients and felt their role was to provide realistic hope to motivate them. They felt an internal tension regarding desensitisation towards their patients, but this was often an internal protective mechanism to deal with the significance of the events surrounding these patients. Nurses new to this setting took time t...
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - May 16, 2018 Category: Nursing Source Type: research

The experiences of pre- and in hospital care in patients with hip fractures – A study based on Critical incidents
Publication date: Available online 15 May 2018 Source:International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing Author(s): Bodil Ivarsson, Ami Hommel, Magnus Sandberg, Desirée Sjöstrand, Anders Johansson (Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - May 16, 2018 Category: Nursing Source Type: research

Dementia Care: A Practical Approach, Grahame Smith (Ed.). CRC Press/Taylor and Francis Group, London (2016), 185, ISBN: 978-1-482245-73-8
Publication date: May 2018 Source:International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing, Volume 29 Author(s): Mary Drozd (Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - May 7, 2018 Category: Nursing Source Type: research

Quantitative research in orthopaedic and trauma nursing
Publication date: Available online 29 March 2018 Source:International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing Author(s): Paul McLiesh, Philippa Rasmussen, Tim Schultz (Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - March 30, 2018 Category: Nursing Source Type: research

Use of ASEPSIS scoring method for the assessment of surgical wound infections in a Greek orthopaedic department
Discussion The frequency of surgical wound infections in orthopaedic patients in Greece is comparable to that described in the literature. ASEPSIS could be used for assessing patients and as a performance indicator in Greek orthopaedic departments. (Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - March 28, 2018 Category: Nursing Source Type: research

Complex regional pain syndrome
This article aims to provide the practitioner with an overview of CRPS, including some information that can be used in identifying signs and symptoms of the condition to support a diagnosis. There is also an introduction to brain retraining techniques which are used in CRPS rehabilitation to restore as much physical function to the patient as possible along with restoration of body perception and ownership of the limb. (Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - March 19, 2018 Category: Nursing Source Type: research

The Thomas ’ splint: Application and patient care
Publication date: Available online 8 February 2018 Source:International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing Author(s): Beverley Gray, Julie Santy-Tomlinson (Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - March 10, 2018 Category: Nursing Source Type: research

Translation, adaptation and psychometric validation of the Good Perioperative Nursing Care Scale (GPNCS) with surgical patients in perioperative care
Conclusion Providing evidence for quality, or lack thereof, the Danish version of the GPNCS is a valid tool for measuring surgical patients’ experiences with perioperative nursing care. The electronic version proved practical. Relevance to clinical practice The validated Danish version of the tool will help healthcare professionals to identify areas of nursing care that need improvement, facilitate international benchmarking of units and enable comparison of care quality, nationally and internationally. (Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - March 8, 2018 Category: Nursing Source Type: research

Nurses and physiotherapists' experience in mobilising postoperative orthopaedic patients with altered mental status: A phenomenological study
Publication date: Available online 27 February 2018 Source:International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing Author(s): Jovie Ann Alawas Decoyna, Paul Mcliesh, Yvette Michelle Salamon (Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - February 28, 2018 Category: Nursing Source Type: research

Silent slips, trips and broken hips in the under 60s: A review of the literature
Publication date: Available online 24 February 2018 Source:International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing Author(s): Gillian Janes, Laura Serrant, Magi Sque This critical review of the literature regarding the recovery experiences and healthcare needs of people under 60 following a fragility hip fracture seeks to identify the associated implications for nursing practice and inform care delivery. Forty papers were included following a structured database, citation and grey literature search and filtering of results in line with specified inclusion criteria. Hip fracture is a common, serious and complex injury ...
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - February 24, 2018 Category: Nursing Source Type: research

The use of patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) in clinical assessment
Publication date: Available online 13 February 2018 Source:International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing Author(s): Rebecca Jester, Julie Santy-Tomlinson, Mary Drozd (Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - February 14, 2018 Category: Nursing Source Type: research