Hip Fractures and Emergency Surgery

How do we improve patient care with hip and femoral fractures?

Which fracture type is depicted in the second image?

• Subcapital NOF Fracture

• Transcervical NOF Fracture

• Intertrochanteric NOF Fracture

• Subtrochanteric NOF Fracture

Identify the fracture type shown in the third image.

• Subcapital NOF Fracture

• Transcervical NOF Fracture

• Intertrochanteric NOF Fracture

• Subtrochanteric NOF Fracture

What does the NHFD monitor and improve?

• Financial stability

• Environmental conditions

• Care and recovery of patients with hip fractures

• Educational programs

What is essential for escalating the transfer from the Emergency Department (ED) to the ward?

• Communication between bed managers, ED team, and TNPs

• Delaying bed assignments

• Ignoring NOFs

• Reducing staff communication

Why is it important to transfer NOF patients to an air mattress?

• To improve sleep quality

• To reduce the risk of pressure sores

• To increase patient mobility

• To lower hospital costs

What does MUAC stand for in the context of risk assessment?

• Maximum Upper Arm Circumference

• Mid-Upper Arm Circumference

• Minimum Upper Arm Circumference

• Median Upper Arm Circumference

What should be done for diabetic patients during preoperative preparations?

• Increase insulin dosage

• Provide IV fluids and sliding scale

• Prescribe antibiotics

• Schedule a follow-up appointment

Which of the following specific terms should be used to define weightbearing status:

• Non Weightbearing

• Unrestricted Weightbearing

• Limited Weightbearing

• Progressive weightbearing