Acute Spinal Fracture Management Flashcards
1
Q
A Jeffersons Fracture involves
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An axial fracture of C1
2
Q
A Hangman’s Fracture may be treated with
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- philly collar
- semi-rigid cervical collar
- halo orthosis
3
Q
Injuries to the C3-C7 spine tend to be
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- compressive in flexion
- compressive in extension
- distractive in flexion
4
Q
Appropriate treatment for T11-L2 compression fractures include
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The Jewett hyperextension orthosis
5
Q
The primary treatment for sacral fractures is
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Surgical intervention
