OLECRANON FRACTURE Flashcards
1
Q
Mechanism
A
Fall on tip of elbow
2
Q
Physical Exam
A
Check active elbow extension with gravity eliminated
3
Q
Management: Undisplaced and active triceps function
A
Posterior slab forearm neutral
ortho follow up in 1 week
4
Q
Management: Displaced / ROM blocked
A
Referral to ortho from ED