Pod final Katy Donato & Corissa Dombroski

Podcast transcript: Katy Donato and Carissa Dombroski discuss the impact of smoking on post-surgical site infections and total joint replacements. Smoking increases infection risk, but other factors like BMI and uncontrolled diabetes are also significant. Studies show current smokers have higher odds of infections, leading to potential amputation and increased hospital costs. Nurses emphasize the emotional toll on patients, highlighting the need for psychological support. Preope