Musculoskeletal Conditions Flashcards
1
Q
Fractures
A
Stable Open (compound) Transverse Oblique Comminuted
2
Q
Stable fracture
A
Broken ends line up and are barely out of place
3
Q
Open (compound) fracture
A
Skin is pierced by the bone or by a blow caused the fracture. The bone may be visible
4
Q
Transverse fracture
A
Horizontal fracture line
5
Q
Oblique fracture
A
Angled pattern
6
Q
Comminuted fracture
A
Bone is shattered into three or more pieces
7
Q
Treatment of fracture
A
Cast Brace Traction External fixation ORIF
8
Q
Compartment syndrome
A
Swelling or bleeding occurs within a compartment causing increased pressure.
9
Q
Symptoms of compartment syndrome
A
Bulging/swelling
Numbness
Pain
Tightness
10
Q
Treatment of compartment syndrome
A
Fasciotomy- surgical removal of pressure
11
Q
Symptoms of acute musculoskeletal conditions
A
Stiff joints Fatigue Inflammation Tenderness Swelling Spasms
