Injury Flashcards
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Q
List 4 significant factors in regard to a pelvic fracture?
A
- Pelvis is weight bearing
- Focal point for locomotion
- Connection point for many muscles and ligaments
- Large bone prone to excessive bleeding 1-3 L
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Q
What are some ‘Mechanism’s of Injury’?
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- Direct force/indirect force
- Blunt.
- Penetrating/puncture
- Compression
- Violent muscle action
