Interventions to improve outcomes in the elderly after hip fracture

Valerie Sweitzer; Dawn Rondeau; Virginia Guido; Melody Rasmor

doi:10.1016/j.nurpra.2013.01.012

Interventions to improve outcomes in the elderly after hip fracture

Valerie Sweitzer, Dawn Rondeau, Virginia Guido, Melody Rasmor

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Abstract

Hip fractures are a source of major morbidity and mortality for those over 65 years old. After a hip fracture, half of people over this age are unable to live independently, and up to 37% will die within the first year.¹ Primary care providers need to ensure that important screening and treatment options are used to reduce morbidity and mortality in this population. This article reviews protein supplementation, physical rehabilitation, and the treatment of osteoporosis, pain, and depression to significantly improve outcomes in individuals over 65 after hip fracture.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	238-242
Number of pages	5
Journal	Journal for Nurse Practitioners
Volume	9
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nurpra.2013.01.012
State	Published - Apr 2013
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Elderly
Hip fracture
Interventions
Osteoporosis
Vitamin D

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Advanced and Specialized Nursing

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