PATIENT EDUCATION: TEACHING THE POSTOPERATIVE PATIENT ABOUT TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY

Course overview

Total knee arthroplasty (TKA; also known as total knee replacement) is a surgical procedure in which the tibial, femoral, and patellar joint surfaces are replaced with an artificial joint that is cemented or otherwise attached to the femur and tibia of the affected leg. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of the procedure for providing patient education about TKA, including a step-by-step process and the benefits of patient education on this topic. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.