Total Knee Replacement

  • June 2020
  • PDF

This document was uploaded by user and they confirmed that they have the permission to share it. If you are author or own the copyright of this book, please report to us by using this DMCA report form. Report DMCA


Overview

Download & View Total Knee Replacement as PDF for free.

More details

  • Words: 100
  • Pages: 1
TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT POST OP • • • •

Dressing with a compressing dressing Ice applied to control edema and bleeding Neuro checks Active flexion of foot while awake

COMPLICATIONS • • • •

Thromboembolism Peroneal nerve palsy Infection Limited ROM

LATE COMPLICATIONS o Infection o Loosening / wear of prosthetic components DRAINAGE o 200-400 cc for first 24 hours o <25 cc by 48 hours

CPM – CONTINOUS PASSIVE MOTION • • •

Promotes healing by increasing circulation and movement 10o extension 5o flexion o By discharge S/B o 0o extension o 9o flexion Elevate when sitting in chair

Related Documents

Total Knee Replacement
June 2020 10
Knee Replacement Total
April 2020 16
Knee Replacement
June 2020 16
Knee Replacement
November 2019 23