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Neurological assessment.

Ann Butler Maher¹

¹Family Nurse Practitioner, 35 Pavilion Avenue, Long Branch, New Jersey 07740, USA.

International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing

|April 28, 2016

Summary

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Orthopaedic nurses require neurological assessment skills due to the nervous and musculoskeletal systems

Keywords:

Neurological Neurological examination Nursing assessment

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Area of Science:

Orthopaedic Nursing
Neurological Assessment
Musculoskeletal System

Background:

The nervous and musculoskeletal systems have significant overlap.
Neurological assessment is crucial for orthopaedic nurses.
Advanced evaluation skills benefit nurse practitioners and general nursing staff.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe a basic neurological assessment for orthopaedic nurses.
To highlight the integration of neurological findings with orthopaedic physical assessment.
To emphasize the importance of neurological evaluation in diagnosing and managing orthopaedic conditions.

Main Methods:

Focus on sensory and motor findings relevant to orthopaedic presentations.
Describes a basic neurological assessment applicable in orthopaedic settings.
Provides guidance on incorporating specific tests to elucidate diagnostic questions.

Main Results:

Neurological assessment complements patient history and musculoskeletal findings.
Specific neurological tests aid in diagnosing conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome.
Identifies high-risk situations, such as crushing injuries, requiring anticipatory neurological monitoring.

Conclusions:

Neurological assessment is integral to comprehensive orthopaedic care.
Abnormal findings guide further testing, consultation, and specialist referral.
Empowers nurses to enhance patient diagnosis and prevent complications.