Paul M. Levy – The Total Joint Replacement Patient: Supporting a Successful Journey

[Instant Download] – Immediately deliver the download link after receiving the paymentPurchase Paul M. Levy – The Total Joint Replacement Patient: Supporting a Successful Journey courses at here with PRICE $219.99 $41Faculty:Paul M. LevyDuration:Full DayFormat:Audio and VideoCopyright:Oct 05, 2016 Webcast Manual (11.52 MB) 75 Pages Available after Purchase OutlinePre-operative Work-upThe pre-operative work-up is a vitally important part of the operative process. Not all patients with arthritis require surgery. Knowing the treatment options allows patients to make informed decisions about their care. Radiology examples will be included for case study discussion.DiagnosisOsteoarthritisBone CancersRecurrent InfectionsAcute Injury, Falls, i.e.Treatment OptionsExercise / Physical TherapyInjectionsOperative TreatmentsPre-operative PlanningUnderstanding the processes that need to take place prior to the surgery will help the patient better prepare for the surgery, allow for less patient anxiety and establish realistic goals and expectations.Pre-operative TestingPre-operative ClearancesMedicalCardiacPulmonaryOther/IndividualizedObtaining ConsentPre-operative EducationOne-to-one educationOnline educationPre-operative joint classesSurgical ProceduresFixationTreatment for fractures that do not require joint replacementTotal Joint ReplacementHipKneeShoulderOther JointsThe elbow, wrist, and ankle can also be replaced, but these surgeries are performed far less frequently. As well, there is currently a disk replacement surgery in study, but it is not yet FDA approved.Megaprosthetic ReplacementsReplacement of both the joint and a portion of the surrounding boneJoint RevisionsImmediate Post-Operative CareMulti-modal Pain ManagementOral vs. IVNerve blocksAmbulationIV acetaminophen / NSAIDsIntra-operative steroid injectionAge-related analgesiaOpioid tolerancePhysical and Occupational TherapyPositioningMovement restrictionsExercisesAssistive devicesWound Care / Infection PreventionDressingsAntibioticsVTE ProphylaxisMechanicalPharmaceuticalJoint Commission S.C.I.P. (Surgical Care Improvement Project) ProtocolsSurgical/Medical ComplicationsPost-acute Care and Follow-upDischarge PlanningAcute Rehab / Skilled Nursing / HomeFollow-up appointmentsHome medicationsReadmission/complicationsFacultyPaul M. Levy, MSN, BS, RN, ONC Related seminars and products: 2 PAUL M. LEVY, MSN, BS, RN, ONC, is a Registered Nurse with certification in Orthopaedic Nursing. Throughout his career, he has specialized in Orthopedics, specifically Total Joint Replacement Surgery, Sports Medicine, and Musculokeletal Oncology. Paul has worked on post-operative orthopedic units, serving as a staff nurse, charge nurse, preceptor, and mentor.In Paul’s current role as Clinical Education Specialist for Orthopedics and Emergency Medicine at a hospital in Pittsburgh, PA, he is responsible for staff development and training, coordinates the Geriatric Fracture Program and the Crisis Management Training. In addition to his years of training experienced orthopedic staff, Paul has also developed an “Ortho for Non-ortho Nurses” program to help resource pool, staff, and new orthopedic nurses better understand orthopedic care. He also developed an Orthopedic Reference Guide for nurses to assist staff when orthopedic patients are admitted “off-service.”Paul is committed to his area of expertise. He has spoken at the National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses Annual Congress, and other national and local conferences focusing on a variety of orthopedicrelated topics, and currently serves as the Chapter President of the Pittsburgh Chapter of the National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses.Financial: Paul Levy has an employment relationship with UPMD St. Margaret. He receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc.Nonfinancial: Paul Levy is a member of the National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses. He is Chapter President for the Pittsburgh Chapter of the National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses. Mr. Levy indicates that he has a bias as an opponent of single payer healthcare delivery. Salepage: https://catalog.pesi.com//item/the-total-joint-replacement-patient-supporting-successful-journey-15274Archive: https://archive.ph/wip/WiO1PPurchase Paul M. Levy – The Total Joint Replacement Patient: Supporting a Successful Journey courses at here with PRICE $219.99 $41