Musculoskeletal Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common fracture in a child?
A
Clavicular or long bone green stick fx
2
Q
Why are green stick fractures so common in children?
A
Long bones in children have increased flexibility, the side with tension is the side that usually breaks.
3
Q
Cast care includes:
A
Turning cast frequently and using your palms of your hands to lift the cast
4
Q
What comfort measures should be taken into consideration for a casted child?
A
Child may feel discomfort due to chemical changes as cast dries and temp extremes maybe felt, Petal edges of cast
