Bone, Muscle, and Joint Injuries Flashcards
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Which sign most strongly suggests a fracture rather than a bruise?
Answer: Localized tenderness directly over the bone
Point tenderness directly over a bone on palpation is a hallmark sign of a fracture.
A person sustains a knee injury and reports the knee 'locked up' and they cannot straighten it. This suggests:
Answer: Meniscus tear with fragment entrapment
A torn meniscus can displace a fragment that mechanically blocks full extension, causing the knee to 'lock.'
For a suspected pelvic fracture, the priority first aid action is:
Answer: Apply a pelvic binder or improvised wrap and call 911
Pelvic fractures can cause life-threatening internal bleeding; stabilizing the pelvis with a binder reduces blood loss until EMS arrives.
The 'R' in the RICE method stands for:
Answer: Rest
RICE stands for Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation — the foundational first aid approach for soft tissue injuries.
A construction worker drops a heavy beam on his foot. Which assessment finding would most concern you?
Answer: Toes that are pale, cold, and pulseless
Pale, cold, and pulseless toes indicate compromised circulation, which is a limb-threatening emergency.
What is the most appropriate improvised splint material in a wilderness setting?
Answer: Rigid sticks or branches padded with clothing
Rigid materials such as sticks, padded with soft cloth, can effectively immobilize a fracture when commercial splints are unavailable.
Compartment syndrome is a serious complication characterized by:
Answer: Severe pain with passive stretching of muscles in a tight compartment
Compartment syndrome causes pressure buildup inside a muscle compartment; passive muscle stretching exacerbates the pain dramatically.