fiona

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1. Orthopedic Nursing

   fiona replied to Shantel's topic in Orthopaedic

   Go for it. Orthopaedics is a great speciality. Huge knowlege of anatomy and physiology (as in any area, I guess). I have been in ortho for 5 years and have no thoughts of leaving. I have been involved in alot of pre-op education which is very rew...

2. turning hip joint replacement pts.

   fiona posted a topic in Orthopaedic

   I would be interested to hear the protocols of other hospitals around the world regarding turning a post-op total hip joint replacement. Do you use pillow or special wedge to keep legs abducted? How many nurses to turn? How often do you turn?

3. confused as to what to do

   fiona posted a topic in General Nursing

   I have been on maternity leave for last 8 months. Previously, I have worked in orthopaedics for past 5 years and loved it. Want to go back part time but not sure whether to 1) go back to orthopaedics, 2) change into another nursing area to expand e...