Abstract

Knee arthroscopy is the most commonly performed outpatient orthopedic surgery in the United States. Although knee arthroscopy is considered minimally invasive, postoperative pain control remains problematic. Uncontrolled postoperative pain prolongs recovery and mobility, decreases patient satisfaction, and contributes to an increase in opioid consumption. The ideal anesthetic for knee arthroscopy provides quality analgesia, limits opioid consumption, and permits rapid ambulation and recovery. Knee arthroscopy can be performed under neuraxial or general anesthesia with or without a peripheral nerve block (PNB).

Author Details

Amanda Bowersox Wood, BSN, RN

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Type

DNP Capstone Project

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Literature Review

Research Approach

Translational Research/Evidence-based Practice

Keywords:

Knee Arthroscopy, Anesthesia, Adductor Canal Block

Advisor

Mary Beth Greenway

Second Advisor

Lisa Herbinger

Degree

DNP

Degree Grantor

Samford University

Degree Year

2025

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None: Degree-based Submission

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