Falls and hip fractures
For this issue of our e-newsletter we have chosen to find resources about falls and hip fractures. We know that as an HCA or AP you may well be involved in the care of patients who may fall and possible fracture their hip. If you have any topics of particular interest that you would like us to search for information on for later newsletters please email hca@rcn.org.uk
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A selection of resources you may not have already seen:
Websites
National Osteoporosis Society
A wide range of free information leaflets are available to download at:
http://www.nos.org.uk/page.aspx?pid=1024&srcid=234
NHS Choices – information on hip fractures
http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hip-fracture/Pages/introduction.aspx
Arthritis Research UK – information on hip replacement surgery
http://www.arthritisresearchuk.org/arthritis-information/surgery/hip-replacement-surgery.aspx
RCN publication
RCN (2005 ) Clinical practice guideline for the assessment and prevention of falls in older people
Available at
http://www.rcn.org.uk/__data/assets/pdf_file/0003/109821/002771.pdf
Books and reports
NICE (2011) Hip fracture: the management of hip fracture in adults London: NICE
Available at:
http://guidance.nice.org.uk/CG124
Onslow, L (2005) Prevention and management of hip fractures London: Whurr
Journal articles
Falls: a momentary slip and a lifetime of consequences.
Author: Nazarko, Linda.
Publication info: British Journal of Healthcare Assistants 5. 12 (December 2011): 604-607.
Abstract: 1st in a series on falls in the elderly, focusing on how ageing affects the risk of falls. The physical and psychological impact of falls on older people, including hip fractures, is described. The prevention of falls, including the assessment of those at risk, is outlined. [ORIGINAL] 32 references
Pelvic fractures: classification and nursing management.
Author: Walker, Jennie.
Publication info: Nursing Standard 26. 10 (November 9, 2011): 49-57.
Abstract: Continuing Professional Development, NS618. Role of nurses in assessment and management of patients following pelvic fracture. The epidemiology, anatomy and presentation of pelvic fractures are outlined, 2 classification tools are described, and management of complications including haemorrhage, organ injury and prolonged immobility is discussed. The nurse's role in observation, blood transfusion, and management of pain and other complications is considered. [ORIGINAL] 32 references
Reducing pressure ulcers in hip fracture patients.
Author: Thompson, M.
Publication info: British Journal of Nursing 20. 15 (August 11, 2011): S10-S18 sulement.
Abstract: Tissue Viability supplement. Research evaluating the effectiveness of a multidisciplinary team project aimed at reducing the incidence of pressure ulcers in hip fracture patients. The identification of issues impacting on pressure ulcer development, the development of practice guidelines and the implementation of educational sessions for all orthopaedic nursing staff are described. [(BNI unique abstract)] 44 references
Exploring pain management in older people with hip fracture.
Author: Layzell, M.
Publication info: Nursing Times 105. 2 (January 20, 2009): 20-23.
Abstract: Pain and pain management in older patients following fractured neck of femur. Incidence of hip fractures and challenges for nurses in controlling pain are discussed, including assessment and under-treatment. The use of analgesic drugs in the elderly and the benefits and risks of femoral nerve block are reviewed. [(BNI unique abstract)] 34 references
Bone health in the Brown family.
Author: Sutcliffe, A.
Publication info: Practice Nurse 30. 7 (October 28, 2005): 64-68.
Abstract: Primary prevention of osteoporosis for the members of a fictional 4-generation family. Each individual's health history is provided together with specific issues and advice relating to their bone health. Fact files summarising hip fractures and falls, steroids, menopause, amenorrhoea, osteoporosis in men, and general advice on building health bones are included. [(BNI unique abstract)] 15 references
Prevention of fractures in older people who fall.
Author: Unsworth, J.
Publication info: British Journal of Community Nursing 8. 7 (July 2003): 308-313.
Abstract: Community nurse falls prevention programmes, risk assessment, use of hip protectors and other strategies, and prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. [(BNI unique abstract)] 35 references
Reducing the incidence of falls and hip fractures in care homes.
Author: Johnson, T; Binney, S.
Publication info: Nursing Times 99. 24 (June 17, 2003): 38-40.
Abstract: Initiative on preventing falls by use of hip protectors, including staff awareness and training. [(BNI unique abstract)] 17 references
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