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Diagnotic Tests and Procedures
Radiological Testing |
X-Ray: density and alignment.
CT-Scan-soft tissues & bone/tumors |
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Other Non-invasive Testing Procedures
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MRI-magnetic energy. non-invasive. more definative than other means.
Bone densitometer: bone mineral density. |
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Anthroscopies
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Surgical procedure used to view interior of joint.
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Bone Biopsy
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Determines presence of cancer
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Arthrocentesis
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surgical puncture of joint
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centesis
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to put a hole in something and take out fluid
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Orthopedic Surgery and Nursing
Pre-op care |
Psycological support/questions of disability/deformity
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Post-Op care
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Physical care: aseptic surgical scrub,
clip hair, sterile wrap. anti-coag(heparin). Bed prep, ice bags, cryocuff,pillows. |
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Post-Op care
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Compare to good extremity. Circulation, motion, and sensation.
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5 P's to assess
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Pain. Pulses. Parasthesia. Pallor. Paralysis.
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Post-Op pain control
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Toradol/ anti-inflammatory
Morphine/Dilaudid Percodan/Percocet |
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Types of Activity Limitations
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Abduction pillow
Weight Bearing Turning, postitioning Toilet seat extender |
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Rehabilitation: Types
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Rehabilitation Center
Skilled nursing facility SNF) TCU-tratitional care hospital HHC-home health care |
