Ottawa Knee Rules Flashcards
1
Q
In order for X-Ray to be ordered a combination of 1 risk factor and what from a patients’ history is necessary?
A
History of Trauma
2
Q
What age is imaging warranted?
A
Age >/= 55
3
Q
Tenderness to which structures indicates imaging?
A
- Tenderness to Fibular Head
- Isolated Tenderness of the Patella
4
Q
Inability to complete what knee movement is X-Ray Imaging Warranted?
A
Inability to flex the knee at least 90 degrees
5
Q
The inability to complete what functional task is considered an indicator for imaging?
A
Inability to bear weight both immediately and in the emergency department x 4 steps
