North Texas Research Forum 2025

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Division

North Texas

Hospital

Medical City Denton

Specialty

Orthopedic Surgery

Document Type

Poster

Publication Date

2025

Keywords

hip fractures, skin traction, bucks traction

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences | Orthopedics | Wounds and Injuries

Abstract

Implementing Buck’s traction for elderly hip fracture patients in the emergency department (ED) is often inefficient, leading to prolonged setup times, increased staff workload, and delays in patient care, ultimately impacting ED length of stay (LOS). This quality improvement project aims to streamline the process by establishing a standardized storage system for traction equipment, optimizing bed compatibility, developing a clear workflow flowchart, and providing targeted staff training. By improving organization and efficiency, we anticipate a reduction in setup time, enhanced workflow, and decreased ED LOS for hip fracture patients. Measuring pre- and post-intervention times will ensure continuous refinement, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes and overall ED efficiency.

Original Publisher

HCA Healthcare Graduate Medical Education

Bucks Traction in the Emergency Departments (ED) in North Texas Division (NTXD)

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