International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing RSS feed: Current Issue. The International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing is a peer-reviewed journal that seeks to promote the development and exchange of specialist knowledge within orthopaedic and trauma practice. The journal is devoted to nurses and other health professionals involved in the care of patients with orthopaedic and associated traumatic conditions. Following on from the tradition of the Journal of Orthopaedic Nursing , the journal aims to promote best practice through the dissemination of high quality research findings, debate within practice, exploration of professional issues and the development of health care practice as well as innovative roles. The journal publishes a wide range of papers from primary research and evidence updates to personal reflections on practice, education and management issues. Supporting sections include literature reviews, book reviews and international policy digests and Letters to the Editor and Editorials are encouraged which shed additional perspectives on papers published in the journal and matters affecting orthopaedic and trauma practice. The mission of the journal is to facilitate global networking that results in the sharing of evidence-based practice, the dissemination of ideas and knowledge amongst orthopaedic and trauma nurses alongside other members of the health care team, including the organisations which support such practitioners in developing their knowledge and practice. The editorial team encourages and supports contributions from both experienced and first time authors. http://www.orthopaedictraumanursing.com/?rss=yesElsevier Inc.en © 2012 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing1878-1241162May 2012 © 2012 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. healthpermissions@elsevier.comhttp://www.orthopaedictraumanursing.com/article/PIIS1878124112000202/abstract?rss=yesEditorial Board/Title Page10.1016/S1878-1241(12)00020-2International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing 16, 2 (2012)2012-05-01International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing2012-05-01162S1878-1241(12)X0002-9iihttp://www.orthopaedictraumanursing.com/article/PIIS1878124112000044/abstract?rss=yesSince its release date in February 2004 creator Mark Zuckerburg has seen his networking site grow to a phenomenal 800million account users. In any one day 50% of those who have an account log onto it and network with their average of 130 friends. The iconic brand that is Facebook now accommodates 70 languages, with 80% of its users coming from outside the USA ().Social Networking and Professional PitfallsBryan Smith10.1016/j.ijotn.2012.03.001International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing 16, 2 (2012)2012-05-01International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing2012-05-01162S1878-1241(12)X0002-9Editorial6364http://www.orthopaedictraumanursing.com/article/PIIS1878124111001250/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: Objective: To provide evidence-based information on when patients should receive preoperative education, how education should be delivered, and what content needs to be included in the education for the elective spinal surgery patient.Methods: Literature review from December 2009 to November 2011 using Academic Search Premier, CINAHL, and MEDLINE.Results: Patients should be informed that they have power over their care and recovery process following elective spinal surgery. Preoperative education helps patients understand how to actualize their power in the recovery process. Education obtained far enough in advance to allow more time to consider choices assists the patient in actualizing their power. Involvement in learning can be affected by the amount of information included in the content, various educational settings, or the educational modality. Freedom to have content adjusted to the patient’s learning needs is important.Implications: More research needs to be performed specifically on elective spinal surgery patients to evaluate learning needs and the effect of preoperative education on postoperative outcomes.Evidence-based spine preoperative educationMegan Hartley, Judy Neubrander, Elizabeth Repede10.1016/j.ijotn.2011.12.003International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing 16, 2 (2012)2012-03-14International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing2012-03-14162S1878-1241(12)X0002-9Original Articles6575http://www.orthopaedictraumanursing.com/article/PIIS1878124111000906/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: The combination of postoperative pain from total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and the pain associated with early ambulation and rehabilitation creates significant issues as to how to manage both the acute pain and the need for rehabilitation. Conventional methods of simply providing opioid analgesia are moderately effective, however they do not have as superior analgesia effect when compared to femoral and sciatic nerve block. A thorough review of the literature was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of combined femoral and sciatic nerve blocks in adults undergoing TKA. The evidence demonstrated that perioperative use of femoral and sciatic nerve blocks are effective in reducing postoperative pain, decreasing opioid consumption, decreasing length of stay, improved inpatient rehabilitation and improved patient satisfaction.Femoral and sciatic nerve blocks for total knee arthroplasty postoperative analgesia. A systematic review of current evidenceBryan Tune10.1016/j.ijotn.2011.11.003International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing 16, 2 (2012)2012-02-13International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing2012-02-13162S1878-1241(12)X0002-9Original Articles7687http://www.orthopaedictraumanursing.com/article/PIIS1878124111000712/abstract?rss=yesSummary: To undergo orthopaedic surgery and then return home the same day is becoming more common. People feel there are benefits with day surgery as it affects their daily life less than having to spend several days in hospital. The aim of this study was to describe people’s experience of being awake while undergoing orthopaedic surgery under regional anaesthesia. Ten people who had orthopaedic day surgery under regional anaesthesia participated; eight women and two men. Data were collected in personal, qualitative interviews and analysed using qualitative thematic content analysis. The analysis resulted in two themes and seven categories. The findings show that the staffs’ consideration and professionalism were significant for the participants’ wellbeing during surgery. The environment in the operating theatre ward is described as inspiring safety, calm and warmth. A good exchange of information between the person who will undergo orthopaedic surgery and the nurse does not depend primarily on how long they spend together; it is more about how they make contact with each other and how the nurse’s presence is experienced by the person.The experience of being awake during orthopaedic surgery under regional anaesthesiaMaria Bergman, Monica Stenudd, Åsa Engström10.1016/j.ijotn.2011.08.004International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing 16, 2 (2012)2011-12-12International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing2011-12-12162S1878-1241(12)X0002-9Original Articles8896http://www.orthopaedictraumanursing.com/article/PIIS1878124111000669/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: Tetanus is a life threatening non-communicable infection caused by the anaerobic bacillus tetanus clostridium which enters the body through a wound. The aim to eradicate tetanus incidence globally is supported by the implementation of national vaccination programmes. The United Kingdom population received tetanus prophylaxis through a robust vaccination infrastructure and unscheduled tetanus prophylaxis when patients present to emergency departments following penetrating injury. However, individual patient recall of tetanus immune status is problematic. The decision to prescribe tetanus prophylaxis is dependent on accurate assessment of a tetanus-prone wound and current tetanus immunity status. One solution is the use of tetanus immunoassay. This paper presents an analysis of expenditure on unscheduled tetanus prophylaxis in two emergency departments at one NHS Foundation Trust in the North of England. Consideration is given to potential benefits of single step point-of-care tetanus immunoassay using one drop of the patient’s blood. Cost-savings were limited. Critical to the discussion is the impact of tetanus immunoassay on patient choice. Any prospective change to an A&E departments’ tetanus prophylaxis practise must guarantee no less a level of seroprotection than necessary and preferably should enhance individual patients’ safety, comfort and choice.Point-of-care tetanus immunoassay: An audit of unscheduled tetanus prophylaxisTricia Scott10.1016/j.ijotn.2011.06.005International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing 16, 2 (2012)2012-03-05International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing2012-03-05162S1878-1241(12)X0002-9Original Articles97103http://www.orthopaedictraumanursing.com/article/PIIS1878124111001092/abstract?rss=yesLiterature ReviewsMark Limb10.1016/j.ijotn.2011.11.006International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing 16, 2 (2012)2012-03-16International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing2012-03-16162S1878-1241(12)X0002-9Literature Review104107http://www.orthopaedictraumanursing.com/article/PIIS1878124111001304/abstract?rss=yesFirst published in 2001, this revised, updated and expanded edition is aimed at the general population with ways to adapt to chronic pain. The authors recognise that chronic pain can be managed better when the individual takes an active role in their own management. The book starts with a pain self management checklist which the individual is invited to repeat at the end of the book.Beverley Wellington10.1016/j.ijotn.2011.12.004International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing 16, 2 (2012)2012-03-05International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing2012-03-05162S1878-1241(12)X0002-9Book Review108108http://www.orthopaedictraumanursing.com/article/PIIS1878124112000056/abstract?rss=yesOrthopaedic & Trauma Nursing International FocusElaine Collins10.1016/j.ijotn.2012.03.002International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing 16, 2 (2012)2012-05-01International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing2012-05-01162S1878-1241(12)X0002-9International Focus109110http://www.orthopaedictraumanursing.com/article/PIIS1878124112000068/abstract?rss=yesEvents DiaryElaine Collins10.1016/j.ijotn.2012.03.003International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing 16, 2 (2012)2012-05-01International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing2012-05-01162S1878-1241(12)X0002-9Events Diary111112http://www.orthopaedictraumanursing.com/article/PIIS187812411200007X/abstract?rss=yesSelected abstracts from the Canadian Orthopaedic Nursing Association 35th Annual Conference June 4–6 Ottawa Convention Centre, Ontario Canada10.1016/j.ijotn.2012.03.004International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing 16, 2 (2012)2012-05-01International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing2012-05-01162S1878-1241(12)X0002-9Abstracts113117