Ortho emergencies Flashcards
1
Q
Compartment syndrome- Sx
A
- Pallor, pulselessness and pain
- Paresthesia
- Poikilothermia
- Pain out of proportion
2
Q
Compartment syndrome- Tx
A
- Immobilization
- Fasciotomy
- Watch for rhabdo and renal failure
3
Q
Traumatic amputation- Sx
A
- Amputated limb or digit
4
Q
Traumatic amputation- Tx
A
- Keep clean and moist
- Put on ice for up to 24 hrs
- Abx and tetanus
- Consult surg
5
Q
Open fracture- Sx
A
- Exposed bone or puncture wound to level of bone
- T1- simple fracture, clean wound
- T2: laceration of surrounding tissue, musculature
- T3: extensive soft tissue damage, contamination
6
Q
Open fracture- Tx
A
- Abx and tetanus
- Splint and cover with wet, sterile dressings
- Debridement
- Refer
7
Q
Acute sprains and strains- Sx
A
- Sprain= ligament
- Strain= tendon
8
Q
Acute sprains and strains- Tx
A
- Immobilization, RICE
- Consult ortho if complicated
