The patient fell off a bicycle, sustaining a bruise to her right elbow, an abrasion to her right leg, and she may have hit her head on the street. A MRI was performed and no LOC was reported. Because

The patient fell off a bicycle, sustaining a bruise to her right elbow, an abrasion to her right leg, and she may have hit her head on the street. A MRI was performed and no LOC was reported. Because of suspected concussion, the patient was admitted for overnight observation. The concussion was ruled out, and the patient […]

1. What are the major types of trauma? 2. What are some ways in which environmental factors can result in trauma? 3. What is the difference between an abrasion and an avulsion? 4. When is it appropria

1. What are the major types of trauma? 2. What are some ways in which environmental factors can result in trauma? 3. What is the difference between an abrasion and an avulsion? 4. When is it appropriate to use tetanus toxoid in prophylactic treatment? 5. When is débridement of a wound necessary? 6. How are the depth and […]