In this episode, we dive into Chapter 67 of Lewis’s Medical-Surgical Nursing, focusing on musculoskeletal trauma and orthopedic surgery. We explore key concepts, including the prevention and management of soft tissue injuries, fracture classification, and fracture healing stages. Learn about different reduction methods, such as closed and open reduction, and the importance of neurovascular assessments. We also cover the role of traction, various immobilization techniques, and the nursing care needed to prevent complications in patients with musculoskeletal injuries.

This episode is essential for understanding how to provide comprehensive and safe care to patients experiencing trauma or undergoing orthopedic surgery.

All information in this podcast is sourced from Lewis’s Medical-Surgical Nursing, 12th edition.