Musculoskeletal Flashcards
1
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Most common manifestations of musculoskeletal impairment
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- pain & weakness
- deformity
- limitation of movement
- joint crepitation
2
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Compartment Syndrome
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involves the compression of nerves and blood vessels due to swelling within the enclosed space
3
Q
6 Ps of compartment syndrome
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- Pallor
- Pain
- Pressure
- Paresthesia (early sign)
- Paralysis
- Pulselessness
4
Q
Embolism Signs
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- REEDA
- pain
- decreased function
5
Q
Signs of fractures
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- High: WBC, HR, RR, Temp
- malaise
- nausea
- anorexia
6
Q
Venous Thromboembolism
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- most common in lower extremities
- warm, red
- tender
- localized edema
- paresthesia
7
Q
Fat Embolism
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- common in femur, rib, tibia or pelvis injury
- tachypnea (priority)
- petechiae
- patient reports “impending doom”
8
Q
Cast Care
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- apply ice for first 24 hrs
- check with HCP before getting wet
- elevate above heart for first 48 hrs
- exercise joints above & below site
- relieve itching with cool air
9
Q
When to report a problem: Cast
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- increasing pain
- swelling associated with pain & discoloration of toes or fingers
- pain during movement
- burning or tingling
- sores or foul odor
10
Q
Neurovascular Impairment Signs
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- color
- temperature
- cap refill
- distal pulses
- edema
- sensation
- motor function & pain
11
Q
Lower Back Pain Neuro Assessment
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- depressed/absent achilles tendon or patellar reflex
- positive results from straight leg test, crossover test, trendelenburg test
12
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Do’s of Patient Teaching: Back Pain
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- sleep side-lying with knees & hips bent
- or sleep on back w/ lift under knees and legs
- place a foot on a stool during standing
- healthy weight
- lumbar roll or pillow for sitting
13
Q
Vertebral Disc Surgery Important Dont’s
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Do not: -Bend -Lift -Twist your spine
14
Q
Osteomyelitis
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inflammation of bone and bone marrow
-use antibiotic or analgesics
15
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Osteomyelitis Symptoms
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- bone pain
- fever
- swelling
- restricted limb movement
