Nursing intervention of complications after external fixation in patients with fracture of tibia and fibula / 中国基层医药

ABSTRACT

Objective To explore complications and nursing intervention of external fixation of the tibia and fibula fracture.Methods 50 patients with fractured tibia and fibula were put into daily care group(27 ease8)and weekly care group(23 cases).The infections were evaluated by using Checketts-Onberburus infection scale.Results There was no statistical difference in infection degree,both groups did not appear severe infection.Overall care interventions can reduce the incidence of complications.Conclusion Twice a week pin site care is feasible and Can reduce workload of nurses.