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Martha Kebeh1,2,3,4,5,6, Chloe C Dlott1,2,3,4,5,6, Wei Shao Tung1,2,3,4,5,6
1Martha Kebeh, BA, Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT.
Abstract:
Preoperative optimization programs for total joint arthroplasty identify and address risk factors to reduce postoperative complications, thereby improving patients' ability to be safe surgical candidates. This article introduces preoperative optimization programs and describes the role of orthopaedic nurse navigators. This foundation will be used to produce an article series with recommendations for optimization of several modifiable biopsychosocial factors. We consulted orthopaedic nurse navigators across the United States and conducted a literature review regarding preoperative optimization to establish the importance of nurse navigation in preoperative optimization. The responsibilities of nurse navigators, cited resources, and structure of preoperative optimization programs varied among institutions. Optimization programs relying on nurse navigators frequently demonstrated improved outcomes. Our discussions and literature review demonstrated the integral role of nurse navigators in preoperative optimization. We will discuss specific risk factors and how nurse navigators can manage them throughout this article series.
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