Elbow Dislocation Flashcards
1
Q
What is the common MOI and age population?
A
Population: very young kids
MOI: swinging kids by the arms
2
Q
What is the diagnostic test?
A
XRays
3
Q
What is the treatment?
A
- Reduce
*traction to wrist distally (in supination) while humerus is stabilized THEN
*flex elbow if radial or lateral displacement present