Gains from nursing care in mobilizing the elderly person after hip arthroplasty

Iromisa Pereira, Rogério Ferreira*, João Vieira, Maria M. Goes, Teresa Mestre, Henrique Oliveira

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Abstract

The thigh and proximal fracture of the femur appear as affections of the musculoskeletal system that cause a greater disability and, consequently, a decrease in the quality of life in the elderly. Hip arthroplasty is the treatment of choice in order to restore the autonomy of the elderly. However, the changes resulting from the surgery, give rise to self-care deficit. The nursing care in the mobilization at the time of surgery becomes a key element to empower the elderly and maximize the functionality of the operated limb. Objective: Identify the gains of nursing care intervention in mobilizing the elderly person after hip arthroplasty. Method: Research conducted in MEDLINE Complete and CINAHL Complete databases through the EBSCOhost platform in order to identify articles published between 2015 and 2020. After implementing the inclusion and exclusion criteria seven studies were selected. The evidence levels of the articles were ensured by Melnyk and Fineout-Overholt. Results: Nursing interventions in mobilizing the elderly after hip arthroplasty contribute to functional recovery, well-being and self-care, prevention of complications, health promotion, decrease in length of stay and client satisfaction. Conclusion: Nursing care in mobilization are essentials for the recovery of the elderly undergoing hip arthroplasty. The use of technologies, namely via WeChat, is essential to ensure the continuity of your rehabilitation process after hospital discharge.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationGerontechnology III
Subtitle of host publicationContributions to the 3rd International Workshop on Gerontechnology, IWoG 2020
EditorsJosé García-Alonso, César Fonseca
Place of PublicationCham
PublisherSpringer
Pages262-276
Number of pages15
Edition1
ISBN (Electronic)9783030725679
ISBN (Print)9783030725662, 9783030725693
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2021
Externally publishedYes
Event3rd International Workshop on Gerontechnology, IWoG 2020 - Evora, Portugal
Duration: 5 Oct 20206 Oct 2020

Publication series

NameLecture Notes in Bioengineering
ISSN (Print)2195-271X
ISSN (Electronic)2195-2728

Conference

Conference3rd International Workshop on Gerontechnology, IWoG 2020
Country/TerritoryPortugal
CityEvora
Period5/10/206/10/20

Keywords

  • Elderly
  • Fracture
  • Hip arthroplasty
  • Mobilization
  • Nursing care
  • Osteoartritis

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