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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 about the diagnosis and management of hip fractures in the elderly population.

Learning Objectives

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

  1. Recognize the incidence, risk factors and classifications of hip fractures in the elderly.
  2. Select appropriate assessment techniques and diagnostic tools for elderly patients with hip pain.

Disclosures

The author and planners have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.

Price: $20.00

Credits:

  • ANCC 2.0 CH
  • DC - BON 2.0 CH
  • KY-BON 2.0 CH

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
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This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia and Florida #50-1223. Your certificate is valid in all states.





Planner
Test Code: ON0314B
Published: Mar/Apr 2014
Expires: 12/31/2026
Sources: Orthopaedic Nursing
Required Passing Score: 12/17 (70%)
Authors: Mohammed Abdullah Hamedan Al Maqbali
Categories: Geriatrics , Orthopaedics , Pain Management , Physical Assessment/Diagnostic
Specialties: Gerontology, Orthopaedics
Topics: History and Physical , Orthopedic injuries