NUR 209 Lecture Notes - Lecture 28: Orthopedic Surgery, Arthroplasty, Joint Replacement
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5: orthopedic surgery, joint replacements (arthroplasty, amputation. Cast: a rigid, external immobilizing device, uses, immobilize a reduced fracture, correct a deformity, apply uniform pressure to soft tissues, support to stabilize a joint, materials: nonplaster (fiberglass), plaster. Nursing care of the patient in a cast (cont: exercises (arom to joints, signs and symptoms to report: persistent pain or swelling in immobilized extremity, changes in sensation, movement, skin color. 9/2/20: signs and symptoms to report: persistent pain or swelling in immobilized extremity, changes in sensation, movement, skin color or temperature of exposed limb, signs of infection or pressure areas, required follow-up care. 1: before application, general health assessment, emotional status, presenting signs and symptoms and condition of the area, monitoring of neurovascular status and for potential complications: 5. Potential complications: compartment syndrome, pressure ulcer, disuse syndrome, delayed union or nonunion of fracture(s)
