Nursemaid's Elbow

Question 1

What is nursemaid’s elbow

Answer 1

subluxation of radial head

- pulled out from under the annular ligament

Question 2

What group is most prone to nursemaid’s elbow

Answer 2

1 - 4 yrs

around 2 yrs

Question 3

What causes nursemaid’s elbow

Answer 3

sudden longitudinal pull on arm with forearm pronated

Question 4

How does nursemaid’s elbow present

Answer 4

arm held slight flexion and pronation

child won’t use arm

Question 5

How txt nursemaid’s elbow

Answer 5

xray for fracture
reduction technique to put radial head back in place
re-examine in 10 mins
maybe sling
APAP or Ibp