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Trauma and Orthopaedic Nursing

Find information resources about Trauma and Orthopaedic Nursing including key resources, books, and journal articles. This guide is for RCN members including nursing students, nursing support workers, and registered nurses.

Last updated: 05/09/2026

Key Resources

Publication cover Â鶹ÊÓƵ (2026) Acute limb compartment syndrome observation chart. London: RCN.
Publication cover Â鶹ÊÓƵ (2022) Guidance on pin site care. London: RCN.
Publication cover Â鶹ÊÓƵ (2026) Traction principles and application. RCN guidance. 3rd edn. London: RCN.
Two nursing staff looking at a computer Clinical resources on RCN Learn
British Orthopaedic Association: BOA Standards for Trauma and Orthopaedics (BOASts)
We would like to thank the RCN Trauma and Orthopaedic Nursing member community for their input into the development of this subject guide.

Books

Book cover Clarke S and Drozd M (2023) Orthopaedic and trauma nursing: an evidence-based approach to musculoskeletal care. Chichester: Wiley and Sons
Book cover Cunningham S and Moore T (2021) Nursing skills in supporting mobility. London: Routledge.
Book cover Greaves I, Porter K M and Garner J (2022) Trauma care manual. 3rd edn. Boca Raton: CRC Press.
Book cover Hertz K and Santy-Tomlinson J (2024) Fragility fracture nursing: holistic care and management of the fragility fracture and the orthogeriatric patient. Switzerland: Springer.
Book cover Jester R, Santy-Tomlinson J and Rogers J (eds.) (2021) Oxford handbook of trauma and orthopaedic nursing. 2nd edn. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Book cover MacKenzie C, Cornell C and Memtsoudis S (eds.) (2020) Perioperative care of the orthopedic patient. 2nd edition. New York: Springer.
Book cover McQuillan K A and Makic M B F (eds.) (2020) Trauma nursing: from resuscitation through rehabilitation. 5th edn. Missouri: Elsevier.
Book cover Oliver S M (2020) Oxford handbook of musculoskeletal nursing. 2nd edn. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Book cover Peate I (2025) The musculoskeletal system. Chichester: John Wiley & Sons.
Book cover Price J, McAlinden O and Veal Zoë (2024) (eds.) Essentials of nursing children and young people. 2nd edn. London: Sage.
  • Chapter 23 covers care of children and young people with musculoskeletal problems.
Book cover Shortland A and Gough M (2022) Musculoskeletal system in children with cerebral palsy: a philosophical approach to management. London: Mac Keith Press.
Wallmann-Foundations-of Wallmann H W and Donatelli R (eds.) (2024) Foundations of orthopedic physical therapy. New York: Routledge.

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Journals

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This subject guide relates to:

Trauma and Orthopaedic Nursing Forum
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Andrew Temple-Mabe

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Upcoming events relating to this subject guide

  • xray of spine 28 Oct 2026 Online

    Bone appétit: Digesting the evidence in trauma and orthopaedics nursing

    This research webinar serves up the latest evidence shaping trauma and orthopaedic nursing practice today. From bedside innovations to quality improvement initiatives, we'll explore how current research is translating into better patient outcomes and stronger clinical decision-making. Designed for trauma and orthopaedic nurses, allied health professionals, and anyone with an appetite for evidence-based practice, this session offers practical insights you can apply straight away. Whether you're new to research or a seasoned clinician, join us for a bite-sized but substantial look at where trauma and orthopaedic nursing research is heading next.

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