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A Comprehensive Guide to the Halo Brace
Author(s) -
Mangum Sandra,
Sunderland Peter M.
Publication year - 1993
Publication title -
aorn journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.222
H-Index - 43
eISSN - 1878-0369
pISSN - 0001-2092
DOI - 10.1016/s0001-2092(07)68439-7
Subject(s) - brace , halo , medicine , engineering , physics , mechanical engineering , astronomy , galaxy
In several studies of different aspects of halo brace patient care, patients say they were taught very little about what to expect and how to adapt. Mangum's experience was similar. Teaching was sporadic and centered around pin-site care. There is so much more that can be done to teach and support the patient with a halo brace as he or she undergoes a difficult and challenging experience. Access to accurate information and the ability to recognize patient needs are keys to successful patient care.