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Supracondylar Fracture Of Humerus

Mechanism

Fall On Outstretched Hand (FOOSH)

What is the most common mechanism resulting in a supracondylar humeral fracture?

More Common In Children

What is true of supracondylar humeral fractures?

Signs & Symptoms

Elbow Pain & Swelling

During your assessment of a patient with a supracondylar humeral fracture which of the following is most likely to be seen?

Diagnosis

X-ray Shows Elbow Effusion

Anterior Sail Sign

Posterior Fat Pad Sign

Treatment

Non-displaced: Splint And Sling

Which best describes proper management of a non-displaced supracondylar humeral fracture?

Displaced: Closed Reduction With Percutaneous Pin Placement

Which best describes proper management of a displaced supracondylar humeral fracture?

Considerations

Compartment Syndrome

Which of the following diseases or disorders is most likely a potential complication of a supracondylar humeral fracture?

Volkmann Ischemic Contracture

Brachial Artery Injury

Median Nerve Palsy

Cubitus Varus Deformity

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Median Nerve Entrapment

Which of the following conditions is most commonly associated with carpal tunnel syndrome?

Compression at Carpal Tunnel

What best describes the pathophysiology of carpal tunnel syndrome?

Numbness, Tingling and Pain in Hand

During your assessment of a patient with carpal tunnel syndrome, which of the following symptoms is most likely to be seen?

Phalen's Maneuver

Which of the following tests, maneuvers, or clinical signs is most likely associated with carpal tunnel syndrome?

Tinel's Sign

Splints

What is commonly indicated in the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome?

Surgery

Steroids

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