Orthopedic Perioperative Care: viewpoint of the patient, nursing staff and medical residents

Abstract

The aim of this study was to identify the actions of perioperative care taken with the orthopedic surgical patient in view of the surgical team and the patient. Qualitative descriptive and exploratory research, conducted with 20 professionals, in the period from October 2009 to July 2011. Data collection took place by means of a semi-structured interview addressing issues related to care and self-care to patients undergoing orthopedic surgery. Results were arranged into three categories: (a) Meanings of perioperative care: covered integral assistance, prevention of damage and care subjective; (b) patients' needs perceived by health team: evidenced basic and specific human needs; (c) Actions of care: surgical indication, evaluation revealed the wait, use of special materials and surgical risk. From the perceived needs is that care happens, its meaning is dynamic and timeless. This study showed that the meaning of care remained related to the health-disease process.

Keywords

• Cuidado ortopédico
• Cuidados perioperatórios
• Enfermagem ortopédica.