Oxford handbook of trauma and orthopaedic nursing / edited by Rebecca Jester, Julie Santy-Tomlinson, and Jean Rogers.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology -- Assessment of the musculoskeletal system -- General principles of care -- Complications -- Musculoskeletal conditions -- Elective Interventions -- Musculoskeletal trauma care -- Injury management -- Regional musculoskeletal injuries -- Appendix : Measuring for compression stockings.

"The 2nd edition of The Oxford handbook of Trauma and Orthopaedic nursing is an easily accessible, practical and comprehensive guide to Trauma and Orthopaedic care. Principally aimed at nurses working in the speciality, but also a useful guide for all health care practitioners and students. The 2nd edition provides new information about supporting people with a learning disability within Trauma and Orthopaedic care settings, virtual clinics, updated management and competencies, fast track and enhanced recovery pathways and a stronger emphasis of the health promotion role of nurses in the field. It is written in a readable note-based style with clear illustrations and comprehensive text. The Oxford Handbook of Orthopaedic Nursing brings together the authors' many years of collective experience in one easy-to-use format the student and practitioner won't want to be without"-- Provided by publisher.