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Total hip replacement

29 September 2004

Nursing Standard

CPD

This article provides an overview of total hip replacement and the nurse’s role in caring for patients undergoing this procedure.

Total hip replacement: improving patients’ quality of life

10 February 2010

Nursing Standard

CPD

Hip arthroplasty (total hip replacement) is a common orthopaedic procedure that can greatly improve patients’ quality of life. This article discusses the...

Assessment of anaemia in elective pre-operative orthopaedic patients

18 August 2010

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

The transfusion of components made from human blood carries a small risk to the recipient. Pre-operative preparation, ensuring that the patient is not anaemic before...

Care of patients undergoing joint replacement

27 February 2012

Nursing Older People

General

Hip and knee replacements are common orthopaedic procedures that can greatly improve patients’ quality of life and provide relief from the pain caused by various...