Fracture Management - Plaster Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 3 main aims of fracture management?
A
save life
treat pain
restore function safely and reasonably
2
Q
How much blood can be lost from femoral and pelvic fractures ?
A
femoral - 1L
pelvic - 3L
3
Q
What benefit does splintage have in immediate fracture management
A
reduces muscle spasm that occurs around a mobile fracture and reduces pain
4
Q
What two types of reduction exist?
A
closed - manipulation
open - surgical reduction
5
Q
Name 3 methods of external fixation
A
plaster of paris
traction
external fixator
6
Q
name 3 methods of internal fixation
A
plates and screws
pins and wires
rods and nails
