What are the Nursing Interventions for Enhanced Joint Function?
Nursing interventions for enhanced joint function include: 1. Physical Therapy: Nurses often collaborate with physical therapists to develop individualized exercise plans that strengthen muscles around the joints and improve flexibility. 2. Medication Management: Administering and managing medications such as NSAIDs, corticosteroids, and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) to control pain and inflammation. 3. Patient Education: Educating patients on the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle and proper body mechanics to reduce stress on joints. 4. Nutritional Support: Advising on a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D to support bone health. 5. Assistive Devices: Recommending and training patients in the use of assistive devices like canes, walkers, or braces to alleviate joint stress.
