Bones Flashcards
Name any major features of the clavicle
S shaped
Acromioclavicular joint
Sternocostal joint
Name the bones of the shoulder and arm
Clavicle
Scapula
Humerus
Where is the clavicle most likely to fracture?
Between the lateral and middle thirds
How may a patient with a broken/fractured clavicle present?
FOOSH Fall on shoulder Elevation of medial fracture of bone Shoulder drops Patient supports sagging limb with other arm
What are some possible complications of a broken clavicle?
Damage to supra scapular nerve
Damage to brachial plexus
Damage to supra scapular and/or subclavian arteries and/or veins
Name any major features of the scapula
Infraspinous fossa Supraspinous fossa Subscapular fossa Coracoid process Acromion Spine
What are the most common types of humeral fracture?
Shaft of humerus
Anatomical neck
Surgical neck
How would a patient with a distal humeral fracture/break present?
Pain
Visible break?
Possible damage to medial nerve
Possible damage to brachial artery
How can medial nerve function be tested?
Ask patient to form fist with hand
If damaged, first three digits will remain relaxed whilst last two form fist.
Name any major features of the humerus
Greater tubercle, lesser tubercle, intertubercular groove, radial groove, medial epichondyle, lateral epichondyle, trochlea.
Long bone