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INTERNATIONAL
ORTHOPAEDIC NURSES DAY |
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Date-wise Events |
October 30, Every
Year |
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Description |
- Orthopaedic nursing is a nursing specialty focused on
the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders.
- Orthopaedic issues range from acute problems such as
fractures or hospitalization for joint replacement to
chronic systemic disorders such as loss of bone density or
lupus erythematosus.
- Orthopaedic nurses have specialized skills such as
neurovascular status monitoring, traction, continuous
passive motion therapy, casting, and care of patients with
external fixation.
- Orthopaedic nurses play an important role in recovery
from musculoskeletal diseases and traumas.
- They provide patients with professional and competent
care in hospitals, clinics, private homes, nursing homes and
physical offices.
- They are responsible for different procedures, including
removing stitches, installation of orthoses, installation
and removal of splints etc.
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