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Nursing management issues in hip and knee replacement surgery.

Brian Lucas1

  • 1Whipps Cross University Hospital NHS Trust, London.

British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|July 31, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Total hip replacement and total knee replacement offer pain relief for osteoarthritis, lasting 10-15 years. Nurses should be prepared for potential complications like loosening or infection in patients with these joint replacements.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopaedic surgery
  • Nursing care

Background:

  • Osteoarthritis frequently necessitates total hip replacement (THR) and total knee replacement (TKR) for pain management.
  • THR and TKR prostheses have an average lifespan of 10-15 years, indicating frequent patient encounters for general nursing staff.
  • Understanding THR/TKR is crucial for nurses, irrespective of their specialization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss various types of THR and TKR.
  • To outline patient preparation protocols for hip and knee replacement surgery.
  • To explore common long-term complications and their symptoms.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on THR/TKR types and patient preparation.
  • Analysis of long-term complications associated with THR/TKR.
  • Identification of key presenting symptoms for complications.

Main Results:

  • Various THR/TKR types exist, requiring specific patient preparation.
  • Common long-term complications include component loosening, dislocation, and infection.
  • Early recognition of symptoms is vital for managing THR/TKR complications.

Conclusions:

  • Nurses require knowledge of THR/TKR to provide comprehensive care.
  • Preparedness for surgery and awareness of potential complications enhance patient outcomes.
  • This information is valuable for both orthopaedic and general nursing practice.

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