Dislocations Flashcards
1
Q
Dislocation definition
A
Complete joint disruption
2
Q
Subluxation definition
A
Partial dislocation
3
Q
Anterior shoulder dislocation deformity?
A
Squared off
4
Q
Posterior shoulder dislocation deformity?
A
Locked in internal rotation
5
Q
Posterior Elbow dislocation deformity?
A
Olecranon prominent posteriorly
6
Q
Posterior hip dislocation deformity?
A
Leg short, flexed, internal rotation, adduction
7
Q
Anteroposterior knee dislocation deformity?
A
Loss of normal contour,
Extended
8
Q
Lateral ankle dislocation deformity?
A
Externally rotated,
Prominent medial malleolus
9
Q
Subtalar joint lateral dislocation deformity?
A
Lateral displacement of os calcis
10
Q
What does a posterior shoulder dislocation look like on xray?
A
Lightbulb appearance
