First Aid Musculoskeletal Injury Management 3

Question 1

A weekend warrior complains of a 'pop' in the back of the lower leg during a sprint, followed by severe pain and difficulty walking. This classic presentation suggests:

Accepted Answer

Achilles tendon rupture

Answer

A sudden 'pop' with immediate pain and inability to plantarflex the foot is the hallmark presentation of an Achilles tendon rupture.

Question 2

What is the purpose of the 'elevation' component in the PRICE protocol for a sprained ankle?

Accepted Answer

To reduce swelling by encouraging fluid drainage away from the injury

Answer

Elevating the injured limb above heart level uses gravity to drain excess interstitial fluid, reducing edema and swelling.

Question 3

A climber falls and dislocates their shoulder. They are 2 hours from a hospital. Under standard first aid guidelines, you should:

Accepted Answer

Immobilize the arm in the position found and transport

Answer

Only trained medical personnel should attempt reduction; a first aider should immobilize the joint as found and arrange urgent transport.

Question 4

Which type of bone fracture is characterized by the bone being crushed into multiple fragments?

Accepted Answer

Comminuted fracture

Answer

A comminuted fracture occurs when high-energy forces crush a bone into three or more fragments.

Question 5

A patient with a suspected spinal injury from a diving accident is found face-down in shallow water. Your first priority is to:

Accepted Answer

Rotate the patient face-up while maintaining inline spinal stabilization

Answer

Airway and breathing take precedence; the patient must be log-rolled supine with spinal precautions to assess and manage the airway.

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First Aid Musculoskeletal Injury Management 3