Hip Fracture Journey Flashcards
1
Q
what is delirium
A
acute confusional state
2
Q
what is dementia
A
chronic confusion
3
Q
what should happen on initial admission to A&E
A
rapid triage
rapid X-rays
minimise delays in reaching orthopaedics
avoid long uncomfortable periods on trolly
4
Q
what are the ‘big 6’ interventions for suspected hip fracture in A&E
A
analgesia early warning score blood tests fluid therapy delirium
5
Q
pre-op analgesia for hip fracture
A
strong opiates
local nerve blocks - new and developing service
6
Q
how quickly can pressure ulcers develop
A
30 mins of lying on a hard trolly
cause pain and immobilisation limiting rehab
