Vascular Assessment of the Foot Surgery Patient

Description

This article has been approved by the Orthopaedic Nurses Certification Board for Category A credit toward recertification as an ONC.

Purpose of Activity

To provide information key for understanding how a patient?s history, the procedure(s) performed, and a thorough assessment of the foot?s circulation will help identify circulatory problems and avoid postoperative complications.

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. Outline the anatomy of the foot, as well as important considerations when obtaining a patient?s history.
  2. Describe the essential elements of assessment and intervention before and after foot surgery.
Price: $10.00

Credits:

Test Code: ON0320C
Published: Mar/Apr 2020
Expires: 12/31/2026
Required Passing Score: 13/18 (72%)
Authors: Michael Nirenberg, DPM; Elizabeth Ansert, DPM, MA
Specialties: Orthopaedics, Surgery