Trauma Symposium Flashcards
1
Q
what are the signs of mandibular fracture
A
sublingual haematoma
2 point mobility vertically
abnormal sensation/pain contralateral to side of injury
numbness that cant be explained
2
Q
how do you manage mandibular fracture
A
fasting
analgesia
antibiotics for open fractures
liquid diet
immediate discussion with OMFS
3
Q
what are the signs of midface and zygoma fractures
A
epistaxis without nose blow
V2 numbness without blow to nerve
subconjunctival bleed
midface mobility
malocclusion
change of appearance
diplopia
4
Q
what do you do for zygoma fracture
A
call OMFS
soft diet for comfort
warn about retrobulbar bleed
5
Q
what do you do for orbit fracture
A
discuss with OMFS
6
Q
what do you do for maxilla fracture
A
fast
antibiotics
discuss with OMFS
liquid diet
