Shoulder Dislocation Flashcards
1
Q
shoulder dislocation
A
dislocation of shoulder
2
Q
types
A
anterior - most common
posterior
3
Q
anterior
A
will present abducted and externally rotated
obvious deformity
no movement and pain
4
Q
posterior
A
caused by seizures, electrical injury or fallen on outstretch hand
x-ray - lightbulb appearance will be seen
5
Q
management
A
reduction under local anaesthesia
put in should sling
analgesia
6
Q
complication
A
rotator cuff tear