Fractures: Medical Management

Question 1

Fractures: Medical Management

Answer 1

1. Fracture Reduction
   - Closed Reduction
   - Open Reduction
2. Immobilization
3. Maintaining and restoring function
4. Pain reliever and antibiotics

Question 2

Fractures: Medical Management

Restoration of the fracture fragments to anatomic alignment and positioning

Answer 2

Fracture Reduction

Question 3

Fractures: Medical Management

Done through manipulation and manual traction (splint, cast, or other devices are applied)

Answer 3

Closed Reduction

Question 4

Fractures: Medical Management

Internal fixation devices (metallic pins, wires, screws, plates, nails, or rods) used to hold bone fragments in position until solid bone healing occurs

Answer 4

Open Reduction