Emergency fracture Flashcards
1
Q
Why does the C spine need to be immobilised in a painful fracture from another source?
A
Pain from other injuries may disguise the pain of a C spine
2
Q
Why order a CT head if no bruising/lacerations?
A
Patient vomited
3
Q
Classic signs of a head injury?
A
- Bruising
- Lacerations
- Vomiting
4
Q
Why not always check with a fundoscope if suspected head injury?
A
Won’t change management - you’ll still do CT head
