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Interdisciplinary approach to a total knee replacement program.

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  • 1Orthopedic/Renal Acute Care Clinical Nurse Specialist, Center for Advanced Nursing Practice, BryanLGH Medical Center, Lincoln, NE, USA.

The Nursing Clinics of North America
|June 29, 2000
PubMed
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An orthopedic clinical nurse specialist led a team to improve total knee replacement care. This evidence-based practice approach led to better patient outcomes and efficient resource use.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Nursing
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • Total knee replacement (TKR) patient care requires optimized protocols.
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration is crucial for enhancing surgical program effectiveness.
  • Implementing best practices can improve patient outcomes and resource stewardship.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the facilitation of best practice initiatives for TKR patients.
  • To evaluate the impact of an interdisciplinary team approach on a total joint program.
  • To utilize the Center for Advanced Nursing Practice's Evidence-Based Practice Model.

Main Methods:

  • An orthopedic clinical nurse specialist led an interdisciplinary team.
  • The team evaluated, designed, and implemented best practice initiatives.

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  • The Center for Advanced Nursing Practice's Evidence-Based Practice Model guided the process.

    • Main Results:

    • The interdisciplinary team approach enhanced the total joint program.
    • Positive patient outcomes were achieved.
    • Financial stewardship of resources was demonstrated.
    • Inter- and intradisciplinary communication was facilitated.

    Conclusions:

    • An interdisciplinary, evidence-based approach improves total knee replacement patient care.
    • This model enhances patient outcomes and resource management.
    • Effective communication is key to successful program enhancement.