OLECRANON FRACTURE Flashcards

1
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Mechanism

A

Fall on tip of elbow

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2
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Physical Exam

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Check active elbow extension with gravity eliminated

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3
Q

Management: Undisplaced and active triceps function

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Posterior slab forearm neutral
ortho follow up in 1 week

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4
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Management: Displaced / ROM blocked

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Referral to ortho from ED

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