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Improved Outcomes Associated With An Early Mobilization Protocol Among Hip And Knee Replacement Patients, Emily Emma, Dnp, Rn-Bc, Onc
Improved Outcomes Associated With An Early Mobilization Protocol Among Hip And Knee Replacement Patients, Emily Emma, Dnp, Rn-Bc, Onc
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Background: According to the National Association of Orthopedic Nurses (NAON), research indicates that evidence-based practice for post-operative hip and knee replacement patients includes early mobilization several hours following surgery. Findings indicate that early mobilization on the day of surgery directly correlates to decreased pain, increased distance ambulated and decrease in length of stay (LOS) in the hospital. Objectives: The aim of this research was to validate findings in the literature indicating that improved patient outcomes (pain, distance ambulated and LOS) are associated with implementation of an Early Mobilization Protocol among post-operative total hip and knee replacement patients. Methods: The study …