[An overview of care in orthogeriatrics].

The management of fractures in elderly people requires specific technical care. In addition to the knowledge of the risk factors of the occurrence of these fractures, their management is based on surgical, medical and paramedical care. The nurses, physiotherapists and occupational therapists have an essential role to play in terms of care, rehabilitation and prevention.

[The visit prior to returning home].

Towards the end of a hospital stay, the question of the elderly person's future is raised. Depending on the situation, a return home, follow-up and rehabilitation care or admission to a nursing home may be envisaged. When a return home is considered, the preparatory home visit is important, both for the nursing team as well as for the patient and their family, as it enables the feasibility and suitability of the project to be assessed.