416 analgesia and peri-operative practice in fractured neck of femurs at york teaching hospitals nhs foundation trust

ConclusionsThe large increase in post op pain assessment is likely credited to mandatory input as part of e-observations and overall practice has improved significantly. A refresher training session will be provided for nursing staff to re-iterate the importance of assessing and responding to pain. The Hip Fracture Specialist Nurse is now competent to perform FIBs which may further increase the number performed on admission.Reference1. NICE. Hip fracture: management. Clinical guideline [CG124].https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg124 (accessed 15/11/2020).
Source: Age and Ageing - Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research