Description
Complications are very common in patients who sustain a hip fracture. Patient education is important to help patients understand the warning signs of those complications, so re-hospitalization can be avoided. Patients can learn what symptoms to watch for and prevent any serious complications with this Stoplight tool.
Stoplight tools are based on the principle of zones of management. Stoplight tools divide various signs and symptoms into green, yellow, and red management zones. Green indicates good control, yellow indicates caution and gives specific steps for action, and red indicates a medical crisis that requires calling 911.
This Fractured Hip Stoplight Tool is based on the recommended orthopedic standards of care. It can be customized with your agency’s name and contact information. Available in English and Spanish. 50 sheets per pad
