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05/13/2014

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Term
neck and low back pain is a _____ not a diagnosis ____
Definition
SYMPTOM NOT A DIAGNOSIS
Term
differential diagnosis of spine pain 8
Definition
idiopathic back pain
degenerative disorders
rheumatologic disorders
spinal deformities: spondylolisthesis, scoliosis
infection
tumor
fracture
Term
4 conditions that mimic spine pain
Definition
HIP ARTHRITIS
AORTIC ANEURYSM
DIABETIC NEUROPATHY
VISCERAL DISORDERS
Term
signs and treatment of cerivcal disc herniation - not objective
Definition
axial pain, radiculopathy, scapular pain

surgery done from anterior approach, fusion performed with disectomy
Term
signs of cervical stenosis - not objective
Definition
neck pain, radiculopathy, myelopathy
Term
cervical spondylotic myelopathy: causes, signs, tx - not objective
Definition
caused by compression, diminished vascular supply, spinal instability

painless, gait difficulty, hand clumsiness, radicular pain, numbness, arm/leg weakness, sphincter problems, progressive deterioration

tx surgery
Term
artificial disc replacement indications 1 and contraindications 3
Definition
APPROPIRATE FOR 5% OF PATIENTS HAVING LUMBAR SURGERY

NOT FOR PATIENTS WITH FACET ARTHROSIS, SPINAL STENOSIS, OSTEOPEROSIS
Term
when do you operate on a lumbar disc herniation 4
Definition
INCAPACITATING LEG PAIN BELOW THE KNEE WITH NERVE ROOT DISTRIBUTION

NERVE ROOT TENSION SIGNS +/- NEUROLOGICAL SIGNS

CONSERVATIVE TREATMENT FAILURE 4-8WKS

CORRELATIVE IMAGING STUDY

BACK PAIN IS NOT AN INDICATION FOR SURGERY
Term
signs of lumbar stenosis 8
Definition
BUTTOCK AND LEG SYMPTOMS WHEN WALKING
PAIN
NUMBNESS
TINGLING
BACK PAIN
SITTING RELIEVES SYMPTOMS
symptoms worse with extension and relieved with flexion (shopping cart sign)
bowel and bladder symptoms (rare)
Term
when do you operate on lumbar spinal stenosis 5 - not objective
Definition
non operate treatment fails
severe claudication
intolerable or unresponsive leg pain
cauda equina syndrome
progressive motor deficit
Term
concerns with immature spine
Definition
PAIN IS GENERALLY NOT THE ISSUE
concern is spinal deformity and its consequences due to future growth
spinal deformities may progress rapidly during growth years
Term
degenerative scoliosis concerns and treatment - not objective
Definition
respiratory comporise in kids

tx adresses spinal stenosis and spinal deformity
Term
surgical benifits of spine surgery 3
Definition
DECREASED BACK AND LEG PAIN

CORRECTION OF POSTURAL DEFORMITY AND INCREASED FUNCTION

HIGH SATISFACTION IN APPROPIRATELY SELECTED PATIENTS
Term
complications of spiine surgery 7
Definition
MORTALITY
NEUROLOGIC INJURY
INFECTION
PSEUDOARTHROSIS
SPINAL DECOMPENSATION
FIXATION FAILURE AT BONE / IMPLANT INTERFACE
MEDICAL COMPLICATIONS
Term
cause of acrimioclavicular injury 4
Definition
DIRECT TRAUMA TO SUPEROLATERAL SHOULDER
FALL ON POINT OF SHOULDER
PLAYER STRIKE GROUND
ACROMION FORCED INFERIOR RELATIVE TO CLAVICLE
Term
6 types of rockwood AC joint injuries - not objective
Definition
1. sprain AC ligament 25%
2. AC complete tear - CC sprain 50%
3. AC-CC ligament disruption 100%
4. TIII w/ clavicle posterior into trapezius
5. TIII w/ 100-300% clavicle displacement
6. subacromial or subcoracoid clavicle displacement
Term
pysical signs of AC joint injuires 6 - not objective
Definition
often with sacpulothocic dissociation and posterior SC injuries

MOI, swelling, tenderness, deformity
Term
x-ray signs of AC joint injuries 4
Definition
ZANCA - 20 DEG CEPHALAD (MOST IMPORTANT)

quensana - 45 deg oblique (superior/inferior)

weighted (15-20lbs): no difference between type 2 or 3, no longer recommended

coracoclavicular distance 1.1-1.3cm
Term
non surgical tx and surgical indications of AC injury - not objective
Definition
kenny howard brace: manipulaive brace, painful, cumbersome

sling: more comfort, 7-10d followed by ROM ASAP

indications of surgery: significant displacement (rockwoof IV-VI), continued symptoms after non-op tx, ligament reconstruction
Term
SC joint injury; cause, signs, tx - not objective
Definition
cause; axial load to abducted shoulder (MCA, sports), A/P displacement

tender, deformity, ecchymosis, x-ray serendipity views 40deg cephalic tilt, CT

tx anterior dislocation: subluxation after reduction, non-surgical

tx posterior dislocation: has more complications like trachea, esophagus, BP. needs urgent reduction, general anesthesia, traction with abd/slight extension
Term
risk factors for rotator cuff tendonitis 3
Definition
YOUNG
OVERUSE
SECONDARY TO WEAKNESS
Term
types of rotator cuff tendonitis
Definition
WIDE SPECTRUM FROM IMPINGEMENT TO TENDONITIS TO BURSITIS
muscle hypertrophy
medial arch stenosis (A/C joint(
lateral arch stenosis
lateral arch impingment
medial arch stenosis causes
Term
treatment of rotator cuff tendonitis 6
Definition
PT
STIMULATION
NSAIDS
INJECTIONS
BRACING
SURGERY: IF YOUNG AND HAVE COMPLETE TEAR
Term
calcific tendonitis: signs, x-ray, tx - not objective
Definition
acute onset severe pain, mimics infection, marked decreased ROM, fluffy density near greater tuberosity

tx NSAIDS
Term
biceps tendonitis causse - not objective
Definition
occurs with other pathology
primary: bicep tendon is interarticular and attaches to glenoid
may represent early sign of impingement
Term
biceps tendonitis signs 4
Definition
ANTERIOR SHOULDER PAIN WORSE WITH ACTIVITY
INSIDIOUS
FOLLOWING SPECIFIC INJURY OR OVERUSE
DIFFICULTY WITH SUPINATION ACTIVITY
Term
biceps tendonitis physical exam 4
Definition
standard shoulder exam
TPP over bicipital groove
SPEEDS TEST (need impingement upside down?)
yeargenson's sign; resisted supination at 90deg elbow flexion neutral shoulder
Term
treatment of biceps tendonitis 4 - not objective
Definition
tx underlying shoulder pathology
comprehensive exercise program: rotator cuff, parascapular muscles

NSAIDS
injections
Term
signs of shoulder instability 4
Definition
DISLOCATION AND SUBLUXATIONS
MORE IN YOUNG ATHLETES
SEEN ON CONTACT SPORTS (DISLOCATION)
SEEN IN OVERHEAD THROWING SPORTS (SUBLUXATION)
Term
cause of shoulder dislocations
Definition
MOST COMMON TRAUMATIC AND ANTERIOR / INFERIOR INJURY
Term
risk factors for shoulder dislocations - not objective
Definition
position: abduction and ER
90% recurrence rate in pt <22yo
independent of length of immobilization and PT
bankart lesion (bony not attached to labrum)
correlation between number of dislocations and soft tissue injury
Term
treatment of shoulder dislocation - not objective
Definition
traction for 10-15 min
stimson - most common
hippocrates: foot in armpit
traction with arm off table
Term
signs of posterior GH dislocation
Definition
FREQUENTLY MISSED
OFTEN PRESENTS LATE
MISTAKEN FOR STINGER (STRETCH OR BRACHIAL PLEXUS)
Term
cause of posterior GH dislocation 4
Definition
ADDUCTION, AXIAL LOADING, SEIZURE, ELECTRIC SHOCK
Term
how common are posterior GH dislocations
Definition
2% OF SHOULDER DISLOCATIONS
Term
signs and tx of joint subluxation - not objective
Definition
shoulder pops out of place and have to pop it back in, multiple joint laxity

imaging (MRI), agressive PT, bracing (omitram which is dumb)
Term
what is the neer classification of proximal humerus fractures
Definition
4 parts evaluated by x-ray or CT...
vascularity of articular fragment
displacement >1cm means its a "part"
angulation >45 deg means its a "part"
Term
how are proximal humerus fractures classified
Definition
NEER CLASSIFICATION
Term
treatment of proximal humerus fractures based on part - not objective
Definition
undisplaced and 2 part: sling
3 part; ORIF
4 part: prosthesis
Term
functions of the pectoralis 4
Definition
POWERFUL INTERNAL ROTATOR, FLEXOR, AND ADDUCTOR OF ARM

MAIN SOURCE OF POWER FOR UPPER TORSO IN COMPETITIVE ATHLETES

FORMS ANTERIOR AXILLARY FOLD

cosmetic performance for body builders

some think it isnt needed for shoulder function
Term
causes of pectoralis tears - not objective
Definition
eccentric muscle contraction
forced abduction against resistance
involuntary contraction
sever traction of the arm
inirect at slow speeds
transition from ecentric to concentration
feel a pop or tearing sensation
inferior fibers at max stretch are first to rupture bench press
Term
what are the most common locations of pectoralis tears
Definition
of 78 confirmed tears
56 TENDON AVULSIONS AT SITE OF INSERTION
21 RUPTURED AT MYOTENDINOUS JUNCTION
4 bondy avulsions
3 tendon substance ruptures
2 muscle belly tears
Term
treatment of pectoralis tears
Definition
nonoperative tx indications: proximal tears SC origin, some partial tears, older sedentary patients

sling, rest, mobilization, stretching, 6-8wk strengthening, lifting modification no lower than 4-6cm above enterior chest wall, grip no wider than 1.5c the biacromal width

surgery provides greatest outcomes for satisfacton, strength, cosmetics, and competitive sprts
Term
causes of parsonage turner syndrome (acute brachial neuropathy) 5
Definition
NOT USUALLY ASSOCIATED WITH SPECIFIC TRAUMA EVENT
ASSOCIATED WITH SPORTS
VIRAL AND IMMUNOLOGICAL ETIOLOGIES IMPLICATED
MAY OCCUR ACUTE OR SUBACUTE
LASTS FOR HOURS TO WEEKS
Term
diagnosis of parsonage turner syndrome - not objective
Definition
severe shoulder pain at rest
sudden onset
responds bad to analgeics
shoulder elbow motion aggrevates pain
shoulder abduction and elbow flexion
radiation below suggests diffuse involvement
Term
causes of primary 6 and secondary 1 scapular winging
Definition
DAMAGE TO LONG THORACIC NERVE...
BLUNT TRAUMA
STRETCHING
REPETITIVE USE
NONTRAUMATIC EVENTS
PALSY OF SERRATUS ANTERIOR MUSCLE

OTHER...
traction injury

secondary: GH disorder
Term
signs of scapular winging - not objective
Definition
static deformity
muscle atrophy
arm elevation, winging
pain
difficult elevation >120 deg
scapulothoracic rhythm
forward elevation at 30 deg resisted
EMG confirms dx
Term
tx scapular winging - not objective
Definition
PT
braching
penetrating injuries: nerve exploration and repair
surgery
Term
define dementia puilistica
Definition
long term impairments in cognition secondary concussions
Term
grades of primary brain damage 4 - not objective
Definition
concussion: brief LOC, period of post traumatic amnesia and confusion

grade 1 mild: no LOC, PTA less than 30 min
grade 2 moderate: LOC less than 5 min, PTA >30 min
grade 3 severe: LOC for 5 min for PTA for 24
Term
evaluation and tx of head injuries 7
Definition
ABCs
if unconcious immobilize C spine
examine for chest, abd, limb injury
glasgow coma scale
mental status exam
brain imaging for fracture or contusion
head injury card of sent home
Term
recommendatio to return to athletic activities grade 1 consussion for 1st-3rd concussion
Definition
1ST: MAY RETURN TO PLAY IF ASYMPTOMATIC FOR 1WK

2ND: RETURN IN 2WK IF ASYMPTOMATIC FOR 1WK

3RD: TERMINATE SEASON, RETURN NEXT SEASON IF ASYMPTOMATIC
Term
recommendatio to return to athletic activities grade 2 consussion for 1st-3rd concussion
Definition
1ST: RETURN TO PLAY IF ASYMPTOMATIC IN 1WK

2ND: MINIMUM OF 1MO OF NO PLAY MAY THEN RETURN IF ASYMPTOMATIC FOR 1WK. CONSIDER TERMINATING SEASON

3RD: TERMINATE SEASON MAY RETURN NEXT SEASON IF ASYMPTMATIC
Term
recommendatio to return to athletic activities grade 3 consussion for 1st-3rd concussion
Definition
1ST; MIN 1MO NO PLAY, RETURN IF ASYMPTOMATIC FOR 1WK

2ND: TERMINATE SEASON, RETURN NEXT SEASON IF ASYMPTOMATIC

3RD: TERMINATE SEASON CONSIDER PERMANENT RETIREMENT FROM CONTACT SPORTS
Term
spear tacklers spine - not objective
Definition
permanent neuro injury from axial loading of persistently streight cervical spine from use of head impact playing techniques

at risk if developmental narrowing of C spine, persistent straightening or reversal of normal cervical lordotic curve, preexisting posttraumatic radiograph abnormalities of cervical psine, documentation of use of spear taclking technique
Term
nerve root brachial plexus injury (burner/stinger)
Definition
traction to brachial plexus or compression to cervical nerve roots

cervical pinch stretch neuropraxis of nerve roots and brachial plexus, often go unreported and untreated
Term
causes of shoulder fractures
Definition
proximal humerus: football, hockey, rugby, skiing, wrestling
clavicle: football, hockey, bicycling, skiing
Term
what is the most commonly fractured bone in sporting events
Definition
CLAVICLE
Term
tx of little league elbow
Definition
ACOID VALGUS OVERLOAD, NO CURVE BALLS, PITCH COUNT
Term
mallet finger - not objective
Definition
terminal extensor tendon
tx splint DIPJ in extension 6wk do not remove ever
Term
define hip pointer
Definition
APOPHYSEAL AVULSIONS, FRACTURES, CONTUSIONS OF ILIAC CREST
Term
knee dislocations: types, tx, prognosis - not objective
Definition
lateral injury most common or ineurologi injury

tx immediate closed reduction in field then splinting, ortho/vascular exam

orthopedic emergency
Term
patella dislocations: pathogenesis, tx - not objective
Definition
extend knee, medial pressure on patella

knee imobilizer, may WB in extension
Term
ankle sprain types 2
Definition
SINGLE LIG: ATFL MOST COMMON
DOUBLE LIG: ARFL AND CFL (ASSESS WITH MRI(
Term
tx of ankle srpain types - not objective
Definition
single RICE, brace, PT immediate
double: MRI, NSAID, cast 6wk
Term
turf toe - not objective
Definition
hyperextension injury of first MTP associated with play on artifical turf
Term
hyperthermia: definition
Definition
HEAT EXHAUSTION/HEATSTROKE AR SAME THING BUT DIFFERENT IN SEVERITY
>104 ORGAN DAMAGE WITHIN 1/2H
Term
tx of hyperthermia
Definition
monitor temp (rectal most accurate)
immediate cooling ON FIELD! DO NOT TRANSPORT!
Term
how are bones formed
Definition
INTRAMEMBRANEOUS OSSIFICATION: FLAT BONE FORMATION
ENDOCHONDRAL OSSIFICATION; LONG BONE FORMATION
Term
how do you describe a fracture - not objective
Definition
systemic description
location
degree of angulation
displacement
position
alignment
fracture line
additional injuries: vessels, compartment syndrome, dislocation
Term
4 ways to describe a fracture line
Definition
COMMINUTED: MORE THAN 2 FRAGMENTS REGARDLESS OF SIZE
transverse
oblique
spiral
Term
define varus, valgus, autograft, allograft - not objective
Definition
varus: distal part medial
valgus: distal part lateral
autograft: bone graft from host
allograft: bone graft from another host
Term
how do you determine the degree of angulation of a fracture - not objective
Definition
relationship of bone distal to fracture in respect to proximal fragment
apex of fracture: where does fracture point?
if minimally displaced it may have no angulation
Term
define transverse, oblique, spiral, communuted, butterfly, segmental fractures - not objective
Definition
transverse: right angle to cortices or long axis

oblique: fracture line diagional to long axis

spiral: caused by torsional force, fracture line encircles shaft

comminuted: fracture with 2+ fragments

butterfly: wedge shaped fragment split off from the main

segmental: fracture which divides long bone into several segments
Term
what is fracture displacement, position, and alignment - not objective
Definition
alignment: relationship of longitudinal axis of one fragment to another, deviation is due to angulation

position: relationship of fragment to normal anatomical structure

displacement: percent of distal bone off proximal bone
Term
define dislocation and subluxation - not objective
Definition
dislocation: complete disruption of joint, loss of contact between articulating surfaces

subluxation: partial loss of continuity between two opposing articular surfaces
Term
where is a intertrochanter hip fracture located
Definition
BETWEEN GREATER AND LESSER TROCHANTER
Term
what x-ray views do you need to order for possible fracture
Definition
ABOVE AND BELOW
Term
1 main types of hip dislocations, which is most common
Definition
anterior
posterior - MOST COMMON
central
Term
cause of pure hip dislocation
Definition
FLEXION/ ADDUCTION/ AXIAL LOAD
OR
DECREASED ANTIVERSION(mimics internal rotation)
Term
cause of fracture dislocation posterior wall or shear of femoral head
Definition
LESS ADDUCTION/INTERNAL ROTATION
Term
cause of posterior dislocation of hip
Definition
DECELERATION CAUSES KNEE TO HIT DASH WITH KNEE AND HIP FLEXED
Term
cause of anterior dislocation of hip
Definition
HYPERABDUCTION AND EXTERNAL ROTATION WITH EITHER...
...FLEXION OF INTERIOR OBTURATOR
or
...EXTENSION OF SUPERIOR PUBIC
Term
how do you identify the type of hip dislocation on x-ray - not objective
Definition
posterior: AP view smaller head, overlaping roof of acetabulum

anterior: head is larger, medial, or inferior to acetabulum

posterior: 5 views, assess congruency, head to roof on each view should have no loss of parallelism

rotations; view in trochanter position

head fracture: show retained fragment in joint
Term
cause of knee dislocation - not objective
Definition
HB fracture, high energy MVA (dashboard injury to axial loading of flexed knee), low energy (athletic, fall)
Term
types of knee injury and the disrupted anatomy and tx 4 - not objective
Definition
anterior: PCL tear, popliteal artery damage proportional to extension, tx axial traction with anterior force on femur

posterior: ACL/PCL, popliteal artery displaced proportional to proximal tibial displacement, tx axial traction with anterior force on tibia

lateral: ACL/PCL torn, tx axial limb traction with medial translation of tibia

medial: opposite lateral
Term
how do you diagnose knee injuries
Definition
REDUCE BEFORE GETTING ANY X-RAYS!!!!
x-ray
angiography
MRI anthrogram - ESSENTIAL TO ASSESS SOFT TISSUE DAMAGE
Term
post reduction tx of knee injury
Definition
X-RAY
SPLINT 20-30 DEG FLEXION
ROM EXERCISES IN 6-12EK
Term
tx of knee injury after soft tissue healing
Definition
GROSS KNEE DISTORTION
ARTERIAL SUPPLY PARAMOUNT - WHY WE IMMEDIATLY REDUCE, COLLATERAL CIRCULATION MAY PRESERVE DISTAL PULSES AND CAILLARY REFILL BUT IT ISNT ENOUGH FOR LIMB VIABILITY

NERVE STATUS: PERONEAL INJURY COMMON, PRIMARY EXPLORATION NOT EFFECTIVE, SECONDARY EXPLORATION 3MO SHOW POOR RESULTS, MAY NEED BRACE OR TENDON REPAIR
Term
4 classifications of open fractures - not objective
Definition
I. low energy <1cm
II. <10cm moderate energy
III. high energy, high velocity gunshots, shotgun shots, barnyard, >1h from injury
IV: high V >2000 ft/s
Term
tx of open fractures - not objective
Definition
ABCs
debridment <8h from injury
antibiotics immediate
tatenus
do NOT explore in ER
sterile normal saline dressing
Term
cauda equina cause signs - not objective
Definition
lumbar disc herniation saddle anesthesia
bowel or bladder dysfunction, LE sensory and motor function
Term
complications of pelvic fractures - not objective
Definition
hemorrhage may cause death: vascular, osseous, visceral (hypotensive 21 crystalloid, type O blood ASAP, peritoneal havage above unbilicus)
Term
how are pelvic fractures classified
Definition
A: STABLE IN BOTH ROTATION AND VISCERAL
b: UNSTABLE TO ROTATION STABLE TO VERTICAL
C; UNSTABLE TO BOTH
Term
what is the composition of the ligaments of the knee
Definition
TYPE 1 COLLAGEN 70%
elastin
ECM
longitudinal fasciculi: MCL, LDL
helical fasiculi: ACL, PCL
Term
epidemiolog of knee injuries 4
Definition
increasing incidence
combined injuries common
females > males
MORE IN UNCONDITIONED VS CONDITIONED
Term
cause of ACL injury - not objective
Definition
change in direction, stop or jump causes audible pop then instability and swelling
Term
signs of ACL injury 6
Definition
displacement
endpoint quality
LACHMAN - BEST TEST
PIVOT SHIFT - DIAGNOSTIC
ANTERIOR DRAWER - CHRONIC TEAR
ASSOCIATED INJURIES
Term
signs of ACL injury on MRI 2, type of MRI to get 2, accuracy
Definition
95% ACCURATE
LOW SIGNAL INTENSITY
SAGITAL VIEW
ACUTE INJURY HIGH SIGNAL INTENSITY ON T2 IMAGE
BONE BRUSING
Term
treatment of ACL injury - not objective
Definition
non-op: splint, crutches, early ROM

op: if high demandm young, good ROM, learning curve

graft: collagen llattice, reabsorption - revascularization - restructuring, bone patellar bone (fast recovery, anterior knee pain(, semitendinosus-gracilis, tensioning

rehab: closed kinetic chain strengthening, acute fixation weak, graft weakest 6-12wk
Term
what is the most common isolated ligament injury
Definition
MCL INJURY!
Term
cause of MCL injury
Definition
VALGUS FORCE
POSTERIOR OBL LIGAMENT DAMAGE WITH ROTATION INJURY
ACL DAMAGE COMMON
Term
tx of MCL injury - not objective
Definition
grade 1: 1-5mm symptomatic tx
grade 2: 6-10mm hinge brace 2-3wk
grade 3: 11-15mm hinge brace 3-4wk
Term
PCL injury: cause signs, tx - not objective
Definition
primary straint posterior translation of tibia, forced flexion, dashboard

pain, posterior subluxation, posterior drawer test, quads active test, post sag sign (tibia relative to femur0

tx: rehab focus on quads, NO bracing, avoid open kinetic chain extension

surgery: indicated with grade 3 drawer test and bony avulsion, good ROM, graft >40mm
Term
posterolateral complex: anatomy - not objective
Definition
iliotibial bland, biceps frmoris, fibular collateral, popliteus complexu, capsule
Term
posterolateral complex injury: cause, signs, tx - not objective
Definition
PCL, knee dislocation

pain esp descending incline, swelling brusing, gair with varus thrust, peroneal nerve injury, tibia rotation, varus rotation, posterior tibia translation, AP translation, varus stress opening test >30 deg
prone xternal rotation test

primary repair in acute injury or bony avulsion
reconstruction of biceps tenodesis/acurate ligament advancement
Term
what is the most common source of loose bodies in the knee
Definition
OSTEOCHONDRITIS DISSECANS
Term
osteochondritis dissecans: epidemiology
Definition
ADOLESCENT MALES 10-15yo
Term
osteochondritis dissecans: signs 2
Definition
MEDIAL FEMORAL CONDYLA MCF(85%)/LCF(15%)/PFI(5%)
SUBCHONDRAL BONE NECROSIS +/- SEPARATION OF FRAGMENT
Term
osteochondritis dissecans: tx - not objective
Definition
intact lesion > K wire drilling

early separated lesion > in situ piining

partially detached lesion > debridment of base with pinning

salvagable loose body > debridement of base with pinning

ulsalvagable loose body > rem with base debridement
Term
disorders of patella causes, tx - not objective
Definition
direct cause: arthritis, chondral defects, bipartite patella, instability, lateral facet overload

indirect cause: plica syndrome, meniscal tear, tendinitis, braching common

tx: nonsurgical usually
Term
meniscal injuries cause and tx - not objective
Definition
rotation of flexed knee moves toward extension
tears seen with weak knees and associated injuries
most common are longitudinal tears

white zone does not get blood supply so it will not heal so excise, if in red zone repair because it gets blood and it will heal
Term
ligamentus injury (LCL/MCL/ACL/PCL) cause - not objective
Definition
contact sports, MVA causes single and milti planar instability degree of injury coupled with structures injured
Term
plica: cause tx - not objective
Definition
embryological fold of tissue suprapatellar
surgical excision for failure of conservative management
Term
4 stages of osteoarthritis
Definition
LOCALIZED FIBRILLATION: disruption of superificial layers of articular cartilage

FISSURES: extension of fibrillation through cartilage to subchondrial bone

FREE FRAGMENTS: superificial tips of fibrillated cartilage tear and release into joint space while causing decrease in cartilage thickness

ENBURATED BONE: continous fissurine and thinning lead to exposured necrotic emburated bone
Term
minor elbow trauma signs and tx - not objective
Definition
nondisplaced radial head or neck fracture, chips off epicondule or coronoid process, posterior fat pad sign

sling 2 wks then PT
Term
lateral epicondylitis: aka, signs, tx - not objective
Definition
tennis elbow

hurts to lift things
microtearing of ECRB

wrist splint, RICE, PT, injection, surgery (wait tho it usually goes away)
Term
medial elbow pain: aka, signs, tx - not objective
Definition
golfers elbow

pain medial epicondyle
tx same as tennis elbow, dont inject unlar nerve tho
Term
unlar neuritis signs
Definition
pain BETWEEN epicondyle and olecranon
NUMBNESS/TINGLING 5TH FINGER ONLY
OFTEN ELBOW IS PAINFUL
DX WITH FLEXION TEST OF POSITIVE TINEL
Term
unlar neuritis tx
Definition
TOWEL NIGHT SPLINT
AVOID PRESSURE
DO NOT INJECT
REFER IF NOT BETTWE IN 6WK
HAND ATROPHY IS LATE SIGN, REFER NOW
Term
elbow lumps: cause, diagnosis - not objective
Definition
trophus, RA nodule, aseptic bursitis

tap for fluid, if red must aspirate, parenteral abx for cellulitis, red and angry does NOT MEAN JOINT INFECTION, usually just cellulitis

joint infection of elbow is emergency
Term
anterior elbow pain: cause, signs, tx - not objective
Definition
lifting something heavy

high riding biceps, thick tendon not palpable in anticubetal fossa

ruptured distal biceps tendon

refer
Term
diffuse elbow pain: signs, dx, tx - not objective
Definition
aches all over, ROM restricted, txNSAIDS, surgery for locking or failed therapy
Term
capral tunnel: signs - not objective
Definition
aches with grippping
over use doesnt matter
no numbness
frequent in new mom
pain over radial styloid
positive finklestein test
atrophy of abd poll brevis - VERY LATE SIGN OF NERVE DAMAGE
constant tingle/numb: BAD, REFER NOW
Term
carpal tunnel tx - not objective
Definition
night splints
activity modification
NSAID
ro neuropathy/thyroid
injection therapy
NCV electrodiagnosis - last resolt
EMG - if now neuropathy or raticulopathy, odd history (every finger numb), occupational injury
Term
explain organization of carpel tunnel
Definition
POSTERIOR: TENDON SHEATHS
MEDIAN NERVE: ANTERIOR BELOW LIGAMENT, SLIGHTLY MEDIAL
Term
deQuervains tenosynovitis: signs - not objective
Definition
aching at base of thumb
trouble doing ADLs,gripping,
popping/catching
bump palpable/visible where thumb meets wrist
positive grind test
Term
deQuervains tenosynovitis; pathogenesis
Definition
1ST DORSAL COMPARTMENT SYNOVITIS
CROWES THE TENDONS AS THEY PASS THROUGH TENDON SHEATH AT WRIST
Term
deQurevains tenosynovitis; tx
Definition
INITIAL: THUMB SPICA SPLINT, ICE, MASSAGE, NSAID 306WK

INJECTIONS: 1ST CURES 80%, 2ND CURES 10%
Term
basal joint arthritis of the thumb: signs, tx - not objective
Definition
severe XR changes have few symptoms
TX like arthritis, rigid splints poorly tolerated bc thumb isnt used, use soft neoprene wrap or brace, injections work well

oblideration of joint space later
Term
ganglion cysts: presentation - not objective
Definition
injured thumb playing sports
XR normal
hurts at unlar side of thumb at edge of web
stress testing 20-30deg
Term
ganglion cysts: tx - not objective
Definition
aspiration 30% cure
surgery has 10% recurrance
Term
ganglion cysts: locatls, which is most common
Definition
WRIST DORSUM IS MOST COMMON
dorsoradial wrist is second most common
Term
unlar collateral ligament tear: aka, dx, tx - not objective
Definition
skiers or gamekeepers thumb
if thumb is stable its a sprain if its loose its a tear
splint sparin 4wk
tear refer now
Term
presentation of trigger finger 8
Definition
VAGUE ACHING INTO PIP JOINT AREA
HURTS TO GRIP
OCCASIONALLY CATCHES
TENDER OVER A1 PULLY (DISTAL PALMAR TO PROXIMAL FINGER CREASE)
CAN FEEL NODULE WITH ACTIVE FINGER FLEXION/EXTENSION
lumpy stuff on palmar skin
doesnt hurt to flex or extend finger
Term
trigger finger pathogenesisi - not objective
Definition
inflammed nodule slides through pully system of flexor tendons and gets stuck
release of A1 pulley is tx
Term
tx trigger finger - not objective
Definition
injection
if 3 injections fail do surgery

initial: restrict finger flexion (bandaid over DIP/PIP knuckles)

NSAID, ice massage over A1 pully
Term
dupuytrens contracture: risk factors, signs, tx - not objective
Definition
alcohol, N europe ancestry, male, family hx

fascia thickens into nodules then cords that contract and finger bends

early nodular phase is tender, later contractures are without pain

refer when finger contracts
Term
jammed finger: signs, tx - not objective
Definition
usuappy POP joint, looks swollen
XR shows small chip at base of middle phalanx

alumifoam splint or buddy tape 10-14d
passive ROM
looks swollen 3-6mo
Term
mallet finger cause, tx - not objective
Definition
extensor tendon pulls off base of distal phalynx
can occur with chip of bone, might need surgery
6-8wk in extension splint full time
Term
flexor tenosynovitis: cause, presentation, tx
Definition
minor puncture or scratch to distal palmar crease

DIFFUSE SWELLING, TENDER ALONG ENTIRE SHEATH
SLIGHTLY FLEXED POSITION
KANAVEL'S SIGN: PAIN WITH PASSIVE EXTENSION

if all 4 signs immediate surgical consult, if not abx, splint and soak
Term
paroncychia: location, dx, tx - not objective
Definition
nail fold or entire tip of finger

has NO pulp space etenderness
white membrane on nail is good
edge of nail is digging into nail fold

massage fold away from nail with cotton and soaks, nail edge removal, abx prn
Term
felon: cause, sign, tx - not objective
Definition
distal finger pump space infection
pulpe is tense

need immediate surgical decompression
Term
bites: signs, tx - not objective
Definition
dogs are clean, cats dirty, people worse
appear in 24h
distinguish joint infection from cellulitis
XR to ro foreign body
culture fluids

abx augmentin 10d
tetanus toxoid
Term
septic arthritis of hip: cause - not objective
Definition
high risk low birth weight neonate: staph aureus > b strep

3y-3mo: H flu B > staph > strep

>3y s. aureus > strep
Term
septic arthritis of hip signs - not objective
Definition
<4yo
pain anterior hip
pseudoparalysis
fever
hx trauma
hip position ER abd mild flexion
CBC ESR CRP 50% positive
u/s effusion
WBC >50000 90% PMN
glucose 10mg/dl less than serum
gram stain positive in 50%
culture positive in 50%
Term
septic arthritis of hip tx - not objective
Definition
culture synovial fluid, early dx, hp arthrotomy, theraputic procedure
Term
risk factors of DDH 4
Definition
FAMILY HX
MORE IN FEMALE
INTRAUTERINE BREECH
LOW BIRTH WEIGHT
Term
signs DDH - not objective
Definition
barlows, ortalanti, galeazzi positive
Term
DDH tx - not objective
Definition
conservitive: pavlik harness 100 deg flexion mild abd, ball reduce din acetabulum until it develops

surfical; soft tissue release, osteotomies of femur or acetabluum
Term
LCP disease signs, tx
Definition
4-10yo boys
delayed skeletal maturity
non inflammatory deformity of WB surface of femoral head
knee pain, limp, effusion
decreased roM
trendelberg stance
limited internal rotation and abd
refered pain to suprapatellar (femoral n), medial thich (obturator n), buttock (sciatic n)

release of WB: bed rest, traction, spica casting, sling, grame, maintain motion, restore mobility, relieve pain
Term
dx of knee pain in a child
Definition
ALWAYS GET X-RAY OF HIP! COULD HAVE LCO DSEASE
Term
SCFE signs - not objective
Definition
puberty in AA, obese, boys, family hx, 25% bilateral
femoral head in acetablum, neck displaces anterior and externally rotates
associated with hypothyroid and renal disease hormone changes
knee and hip pain, external rotation, decreased intrnal rotation, gait changes
Term
SCFE diagnosis: x-ray, MRI, stable vs unstable
Definition
x-ray: ice cream falling off cone, adequate alone for dx
MRI: early identification

STABLE: PT CAN WALK OR BEAR WEIGHT ON LE
UNSTABLE: PT CANNOT WALK OR BEAR WEIGHT ON LE
Term
SCFE tx
Definition
DEPENDS ON STABLE OR UNSABLE
NWB INITIALLY TO PREVENT FURTHER DISPLACEMENT
SURGERY - PINNING
Term
risks of hip fracture and dislocation - not objective
Definition
90% from falls
urban
smoking
alcohol
caffiene
psychotrophic meds
physical inactivity
previous hip fx
hip axis length
senile dementia
weight hx
Term
which type of hip fractre is more common
Definition
introtrancheric occur at same frequency as femoral neck

subtrochanteric 15%
Term
intracpasular hip fractures 6
Definition
CAPITAL
TRANSCERVICAL
INTERTROCHANTERIC
SUBCAPITAL
BASICERVICAL
SUBRTROCHANTERIC
Term
extracpasular hip fractures 2
Definition
INTRATROPHANTERIC TEAR
SUBTRONCHANTERIC TEAR
Term
factors predicting hip fracture will have to stay in hospital
Definition
<85 WITH ASA I/II
Term
mortality of hip fracture
Definition
1Y 14-36%
GREATEST RISK AT 4-6MO
EQUAL TO AGE AND SEX CONTROLS
12% IN ELDERLY COMMUNITY WITH GOOD COGNITION
50% IN PT WITH DEPEMTIA IN INSTITUTION

DELAYS IN SURGERY FOR MEDICAL OPTIMIZATION >3D DOUBLES RISK OF DEATH IN 1Y

ASSOCIATED REHAB CAUSES MORTALITY IN 1/3 OF PT IN 1Y
Term
stress fractures types - not objective
Definition
tension: superior neck, unstable
compression: inferior neck, stable
Term
femoral head capital fracture: cause, complications - not objective
Definition
dislocation, shear or clevage (A/P), impact or crush (anterior)

AVN, nerve palsy, malreduction, non-union, HO, arthritis
Term
femoral neck - subcapital transvervical basicervical types and tx - not objective
Definition
young v old
displaced v non
capsulotomy v aspiration

impacted i/ii: non displaced, low complications

displaced iii/iv

displaced tx controversial
acceptable reduction 15 deg valgus <10 deg ap angulation
less cancellous bone
derotational screw / guide wire
Term
intratrochanteric fracture classification, tx - not objective
Definition
stable v unstable

young: percutaneous screw

old: hip replacement

surgical fixation DOC: sliding hip screw, placed into metaphysis not diaphysis, small incidence in loss od dixation

intramedullary device: mechanical and technical

prosthetic replcacement: newer stronger calcar replacing designs

more fragments mores instability

low risk of non union due to good blood supply
Term
subtrochanteric fracture location tx - not objective
Definition
distal to lesser trochanter 4-6cm due to low energy falls

intramedullary IM nailin is DOC closed procedure
Term
cause of hip dislocation
Definition
MOD-SEVERE TRAUMA
MOST COMMON IS MVA 70%
Term
hip dislocation locations and prevalence
Definition
ANTERIOR 10%
POSTERIOR 90%
Term
anterior hip dislocation: diagnosis
Definition
ER or LE with flexion and abduction
X-ray: head appears LARGER on x-ray

transchondria: ORIF if displaced or non concentric reduction, exicsion depends on size and location

indentation: no tx, poor prognosis the larger the lesion
Term
anterior hip dislocation: complications - not objective
Definition
ON 10% with CR and delas
femoral artery injury
head fractures
Term
posterior hip dislocation: diagnosis
Definition
flexed abducted IR of LE

x-ray: head apepars SMALLER
Term
posterior hip dislocation complications - not objective
Definition
ON higher, CR under CS
sciatic nerve injury
incarcerated fragments
Term
femoral head fracture cause, classification - not objective
Definition
axial force on flexxed knee adduction hip flexed

1. caudad ro foeva: CR, excision V fixation
2. cephalad to foeva: CR, ORIF anterior approach
3. has head fracure; OR, ORIF, V prosthesis
4. others with fracture: CR, ORIF, acetabular pattern
Term
tx of hip dislocation
Definition
EVOLUTION IN TX WITH ADVENT OF CT

GO TO TRAUMA CENTER surgery is needed

closed reduction if no neck fracture
Term
what is the most common cause of hip dislocation
Definition
THE NBA
Term
complications of hip dislocation 8
Definition
INCIDENCE OF ON VARIES 2-40%
ON 2-10% IF HIP OUT <6H
UP TO 5Y POST INJURY
ROLE OF MRI DETERMINING ON CONTROVERSIAL
nerve injury
AVN
DVT
infection
Term
arthritic hip: signs, tx
Definition
degeneration, unilateral, groin, butt, knee pain
worse with activity and at night

surgical tx is THA
pain control
motion preservation
Term
surgical margins of the breast 4
Definition
CLAVICLE
inframamary crease with 5th-6th rib
sternum
mix axillary line
Term
surgical margins of axilla 4 - not objective
Definition
axillary vein
subclavius
chest wall
inframmary crease
Term
explain the lymph draining of the brease - not objective
Definition
majority to axilla
medial mass; mediastinum node
metastastic: supraclavicular, interpectoral
Term
fibroadenoma: epidemiology, path, morphology, tx - not objective
Definition
young female, any age
increase in size with estrogen, regress with decrease in estrogen
cysto sarcoma phyllode may be cancer
small well circumscribed 1-3cm

tx: push for excision, could have small areas of cancer
Term
what is the most common lesion of the breast
Definition
FIBROCYSTIC DISEASE in women 30-50yo
Term
signs of fibrocystic disease
Definition
PHYSICAL EXAM IS DIAGNOSTIC
IRREGULAR RUBBERY CYSTIC
FLUCTURATE WITH MENSTURAL CYCLE (TENDERNESS)
Term
diagnosis of fibrocystic disease
Definition
ASPIRATE CYST IF TURBID OR BLOOD AND SEND TO PATHOLOGY
Term
tx fibrocystic disease 3
Definition
PRIMROSE OIL
IBPROFIN TO DECREASE INFLAMMATION
VITAMIN E DECREASED FIBROUS TISSUE
Term
2 types of nipple discharge and what they indicate - not objective
Definition
clear/green - fibrocystic disease
unilateral bloody - papilloma benign
Term
risk factors for breast cancer - not objective
Definition
female
>40yo
family hx
nulliparity
late pregnancy
early menarche
late menopause
gail model: race, age, reproductive risk maternal history, previous biopsy
Term
mammogram schedule 3
Definition
35-40Y SHOULD HAVE BASELINE
40-50Y MAMMOGRAPHY E/O YEAR
50Y MAMMOGRAM EVERY YEAR
Term
5 stages and 2 classifications of mammograms
Definition
0 - CANNNOT INTERPERT
1 - BENIGN
2 - PROBABLLY BENIGN
3 - SUSPICIOUS CLINICAL CORRELATE
4 - PROBABLLY MALIGNANT
5 - MALGNANT

(+) PALPABLE MASS, NEEDS BIOPSY
(-) CORE, INCISIONAL
Term
plan for biraids mammmogram score >3
Definition
STEREOTACTIC BIOPSY OR NEEDLE LOCALIZED BIOPSY IF NON-PALPABLE

ASPIRATION IN PALPABLE
Term
who diagnoses breast cancer
Definition
PATHOLOGISTS
Term
2 non-invasive breast cancers and what to do - not objective
Definition
DCIS: papillary, cribiform, solid, comedo. progresses to invasive carcinoma, diagnose by mammogram
tx: stereotactic biopsy, localized biopsy by needle

LCIS: monitor with serial imaging, no surgical tx
Term
types of invasive breast cancer - not objective
Definition
invasive lobular carcinoma
invasive ductal
tubular carcinoma
mucinous or colloid carcinoma
medullary carcinoma
invasive criviform
invasive papillary
adenoid cystic
metaplastic
Term
tx lobular carcinoma - not objective
Definition
b/l mastectomy with sentinel lymph node biopsy
Term
inflammatory breast cancer: signs, prognosis - not objective
Definition
erythema, edema, warmpth
often misdiagnosed as mastitis, abscess
high mortality 50% 5y with tx
Term
5 procedures done for breast cancer - not objective
Definition
radical mastectomy: breast, axillary nodes, pectoralis muscle

modified radical mastectomy: all breast tissue, axillary content, pectoralis fascia

simple mastectomy: breast tissue, pectoralis fascia

quadrantectomy: wide local excision, partial mastectomy

sentinel node boipsy: basis for breast conservation therapy, take hot node out if positive assume all nodes positive
Term
treatment of breast cancer - not objective
Definition
breast conservation therapy: superior to mastectomy for stage I/II
wide local excision
sentinel node sampling
post op radiation


preop chemo tx if inflammatory
mastectomy with nodal dissection
post op radiation
Term
classification of breast cancer - not objective
Definition
0- insitu carcinoma
1- tumor <2cm
2a- mobile ipsilateral node <2cm or tumor >2cm but <5cm without nodes
2b- >2cm, <5cm mobile ipsilateral node OR tumor >5cm without ones
3a - tumor <5cm, fixed ipsilateral nodes or nodes in mass >5cm without skin or chest wall involved
3b - excision into skin or chest wall or positive internal mammary nodes
4- distal spread
Term
treatment of breast cysts and abscess - not objective
Definition
cyst - aspirate, if reoccurs excise

abscess - surgical drainage, coopers lig and lymph allow infection spread fast
Term
what is the #1 cause of mortality in females in the US
Definition
BREAST CANCER
Term
why is preventive screening important for breast cancer
Definition
IF DIAGNOSED EARLY ITS CURABLE
Term
how to put in a nasla airway
Definition
STRAIGHT BACK THEN INFECTION
Term
which airways open into pharynx
Definition
ORAL AND NASAL
Term
what is the function of an oral airway
Definition
HOLDS TONGUE FORWARD SO IF LIMP IT DOES NOT BLOCK AIRWAY
Term
internal anatomy of the trachea
Definition
D SHAPED
CARDILADGES ANTERIOR
CRICOID IS CIRCUMFERENTIAL
12-15CM IN ADULT
3-5CM IN NEWBORN
Term
explain how to set up bag mask ventilation 5
Definition
HEAD TILT
CHIN LIFT
JAW THRUST
C PUSHES MASK DOWN AND CLOSES AIRWAY
E PULLS JAW FORWARD AND OPENS AIRWAY
Term
what is the 3-2-1 rule
Definition
3 FINGER BREATHS FROM INSIDE OF CHIL
Term
4 mallempati classifications
Definition
SOFT PALATE; UVLA, FAUCUS, PILLARIS VISIBLE, NO DIFFICULTY

SOFT PALATE, UVULA, FAUCES VISIBLE, NO DIFFICULTY

SOFT PALATE, BASE OF UVULA VISIBLE, MODERATE DIFFICULTY

HARD PALATE ONLY VISIBLE, SEVERE DIFFICULTY
Term
6 head positions for intubation
Definition
RAMPING
HEAD TILD / CHIN LIFT
SCISSOR MANEUVER
JAW THRUST
SNIFFING POSITION: WHICH EVERY WAY THE NOSE GOES THIS IS THE WAY THE AIRWAY GOES
Term
2 types of blades for intubation and how to place them
Definition
MAC/CURVED: SEATS INTO VALECULLA, NEED TO PULL EPIGLOTTIS FORWARD

MILLER/STRAIGHT: LIFT EPIGLOTTIS, MAKES AIRWAY ACCESS EASIER
Term
2 percautions to avoid aspiration in intubation
Definition
SWEEP TONGUE FROM RIGHT TO LEFT

ALWAYS MAKE SURE ET TUBE GOES THROUGH CORDS
Term
cormack and lehane grading 4
Definition
1. CORDS OPEN IN TRIANGLE
2. CORDS MORE CLOSED IN CIRCLE
3. CORDS CLOSE WITH SLIT OPEN
4. CORDS CLOSED
Term
what do you do if someone has a high cormack and lehane grade or mallepati classification
Definition
MAXAMIZE VIEW AND SPEED OF INTUBATION BY PUSHING ON CRICOID
Term
how can you confirm ETT was placed well 3
Definition
VISUALIZATION OF IT PASSING THROUGH CORDS ON CXR
CHEST RISE AND BREATH SOUNDS
CONDENSATION IN ETT
CO2 WAVEFORM OR COLOMETRIC TEST POSITIVE
Term
signs of obstructive lung disease and the diseases - not objective
Definition
decreased FEV1/FCV <80%
FEV1 markedly reduced

CF, ronchiectiasis, asthma, bronchitis, COPD

obstructive sleep apnea: pickwickian syndrome obesity hypoventilation syndrome
Term
signs of restrictive lung disease and the diseases - not objective
Definition
normal FEV1/FVC ratio due to both decreased

pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sarcoid, obesity

loss of lung itssue, decreased lung expansion, decreased O2 transfer
Term
how to calculate and interpert BMI - not objective
Definition
body weight in kg / height squared in m

obesity >30
morbid obesity >40
super morbidity obese >55
Term
5 differences of a pediatric airway
Definition
tongue: larger compared to oropharynx space leaving little room for swelling

trachea; more pliable, smaller, immatire rings, hyperflexion/extension can lead to occlusion

epiglottis; large, more U shape, use straight blade which goes under epiglottis and help visualize cords

larynx; higher at 1-2nd vertebrae rather then 4th-5th like adult

mainstem bronchi angle is less: aspiration occurs in right or left main bronchi
Term
3 sensory innervation of the airway
Definition
NASOPHARYNX: TRIGEMINAL
OROPHARYNX: GLOSSOPHARYNGEAL
LARYNX INTO TRACHEA: VAGUS
Term
taste motor and sensory of the tongue
Definition
VAGUS: TASTE POSTERIOR ON EPIGLOTTIS AND PHARYNX

GLOSSOPHARYNGEAL: TASTE POSTERIOR 1/3

FACIAL- CHORDA TYMPANI: TASTE ANTERIOR 2/3

CN V LINGUAL - SENSORY

HYPOGLOSSAL - MOTOR
Term
motor innervation of the airway main branches
Definition
vagus superior laryngeal and recurrent laryngeal
Term
functiosn of superior laryngeal 6
Definition
external branch: crichothyroid muscle

internal branch: mucous membranes of larynx, epiglottis, base of tongue, aryepiglottic fold, laeynx, cough reflex efferent
Term
functions of recurrent laryngeal
Definition
intrinsic muscles of larynx excet cricothyroid
sensation to larynx below vocal fold
branches to trachea and esophagus
inferior constrictor muscles
posterior crioarytenoid muscles: opens vocal cords
interarytenoid muscle: innervated by nerve from right and left side
Term
2 supraglottic airways
Definition
laryngeal bag mask airway
laryngeal tube or king airway
Term
indications of LMA 3
Definition
alt to mask anesthesia in OR or short procedure
difficult airway: cannot be intubatd but can be ventilated
prehospital management: cardiac arrest, difficult airway
Term
positioning of LMA
Definition
head in neutral hold like pen in left hand
slide along hard palate
distal dip goes on epiglottis and trachea openinig
stop when approx 8cm from mouth
inflate cuff
ascultate BL breath sounds, observe chest rist
Term
indications for laryngeal tube 3
Definition
alternate: mask ventilation, LMA, tracheal intubation
anesthesia
cardiopulmonary rescitation
Term
laryngal tube parts and use
Definition
tube with oropharyngeal cuff (balloon) at 30 deg angle
tilt head back, stick that shit in there, blow up balloon??
Term
indicatiosn for oropharyngeal airway 2
Definition
uncouncious or semiconcious
holds tongue to not block airway
Term
2 types of oropharyngeal airway and the differences
Definition
berman: channels along side allowing suction cath or ETtube

gudel: tube that used for suction but not ET
Term
3 parts of oropharyngeal airway
Definition
flange: protrudes into mouth, rests on lips preventing sinking into pharynx

body: follows contour of mouth, curling over, tongue

tip: sits on base of tongue
Term
how to size oropharyngeal airway
Definition
large adult 5-6
medium adult 4-5
small adult 3-4
Term
how to insert oropharyngeal airway
Definition
suction mouth, tilt head back
thimbs on bottom teeth, index finger on upper teeth
insert with curvature toward tongue to preventing pushing into pharynx
when reaches back of tongue rotation 180 deg so curve follows roof
dont tape can lead to aspiration if the gag
Term
general indication for positive pressure ventilation
Definition
when pt spontaneous ventilation cannot sustain life or for prophalyxis of such
Term
specific indications for positive pressure ventilation 12
Definition
bradypenia, apenia, respiratory arress
acute lung injury or ARDS
tachypenia >30 bpm
vital capacity <15 mL/kg
PaO2 with FIO2 <55mmHg
alveolar gradiet with 100% O2 but <450 mmHg
clinical deterioration
respiratory muscle fatigue
obtundation or coma
hypotension
acute PCO2 >50 mmHg and pH <7.25
neuromuscular disease
Term
types of positive pressure ventilation 4
Definition
volume controlled; determine set volume, ventilatior cycles to exhale

pressure controlled; determine applied posiitve pressure, volume is variable, vetilator calculates pressure at expiratory circult

spontaneous controlled; flow sensed mode dependent on breathing pt to cycle (aka continous positive airways pressure)

negative pressure controlled: cycles by making negative pressure around chest and abdomen. as pressure moves across diaphragm it causes air to move into lungs normally
Term
10 methods of positive pressure ventilation
Definition
airway pressure release ventilation
intermittent manditory ventilation
manditory minute ventilation
pressure regulated volume control
continous positive airway pressure
bilevel positive airway pressure
high fequency ventilation (active)
high fequency ventilation (passive)
positive end expiratory pressure
pressure support
Term
airway presure release ventilation description
Definition
timed cycle between levels of positive pressure
ventilation time short to maintain alveoli inflation
continous pressure with brief release and short expiration
Term
intermittent manditory ventilation description
Definition
minute ventilation determined by RR and tidal volume
pt can increase it by taking a breath
ventlator breath is synchronized with pt inspiration effort
Term
manditory minute ventilation description
Definition
allows spontaneous breathing but autonaticallya djusts manditory ventilation to meet present minimum volume requirement
no breaths delivered as long as pt meets min volume
optimal for weaning neonatal and pediatric patients
reduced long term complications
Term
pressure regulated volume control description
Definition
ressure limited, vomume targeted, timed cycle breaths
ventilator or pt initiated
peak inspiratory pressure varies breath to breath to achieve target tidal volume
Term
continos positive airway pressure description
Definition
non-invasive pressure at end of exhalation to keep alveoli open
helps keep PaO2 levels in blood stable
Term
bilevel positive airway pressure description
Definition
adjustment to nininvasive positive pressure ventilation
inspiratory and expiratory positive airway pressure
good for COPD and acute respiratory failure
Term
high freqency ventilation (active) description
Definition
ventilatory uses pressure to apply inspiratory breath
applies to opposite pressure to force expiratory breath
Term
high frequency ventilation (passive) description
Definition
ventilator uses pressure to apply inspiratory breath
returns to atmospheric pressure to allow passive expiration
Term
positive end expiratory pressure description
Definition
a pressure an exhalation has to bypass causing alveoli to remain open increasing PP oxygen in blood
Term
pressure support description
Definition
pt initiates breath and ventilator delivers support with preset pressure valve
pt regulates rate and tidal volume
set inspiratory pressure is kept consistant and there is decelerating flow
pressure improves oxygenation, ventilation, and decreases work of breathing
Term
goals of trauma 2
Definition
prevent further injury
continue delivering oxygen to the cells
Term
trauma primary survery
Definition
stick to ABCDE keep it simple
history
identify the quick six killers
Term
what is ABCDE
Definition
AIRWAY OBSTRUCTION
PNEUMONOTHORAX
HEMOTHORAX
TRACHOBRONCHIOLE INJURY
CARDIAC TAMPONATE
MASSIVE HEMORRHAGE
neurogrnic shock
Term
causes of neurogenic shock 4
Definition
hight T sign fracture
hypotensive due to loss of vasomotor tone
bradycardia
Term
what causes hypotension
Definition
blood loss until proven otherwise
Term
when should you establish a definitive airway
Definition
asap, low threshold of difinitive airway
dont let them decomponsate
most reliable airway is self dependent airway
second most reliable airay is ET tube

overall clinical impression is key
Term
you've decided to intubate, what do you need
Definition
assistance
supplies based on problem
MEDS: SUCS, ROCURONIUM, ETOMIDATE, KETAMINE, VERSED
bailout plan
Term
so you've paralized your pt in intubation, now what
Definition
bag mask valve
Term
if bag mask isnt workint what is the problem, what do you do
Definition
first killer; no air in obstruction
do surgical airway
Term
what is a tension pneumothorax how is it diagnosed
Definition
hemodynamic instability unlike pneumothorax!
clinical diagnosis NOT x-ray so chest tube should be in before x-ray
Term
signs tension pneumothorax
Definition
chest trauma
subacute air
anxiety: indicator of hypoxia
HYPOTENSION/TACHYCARDIA
jugular venous distension
difficult to bag, hard to squeeze
respiratory distress
decreased breath sounds
increased airway pressure
Term
tx tension pneumothorax
Definition
NO CXR NEEDED, CLINICAL DX

needle decompression: large bore mid clavicle 2-3rd intercostal (if large breast inframammary crease)

place chest tube: 4-5th intercostal space on anterior axillary line
Term
tronchobrachial injury: definition and diagnosis
Definition
injury disuprsing anywhere on tracheal or bronchial tract

presents like pneumothorax
leak leak in chest tube chamber; air you squeeze in just goes out the chest tube so there is still no airway
Term
treatment of tronchobrachial injury
Definition
IF IT PRESENTS AS PTX AND YOU PUT A CHEST TUBE SHOULD THAT BE THE END OF THE IMMEDIATE LIFE THREATNING PROBLEM>

IF SEVERE ENOUGH MAY HAVE TO ISOLATE GOOD LING AND PROCEEDE TO SURGERY

PUT THE ET TUBE INTO THE GOOD LUNG TO AVOID THE BAD
Term
definition and signs 3 of cardiac tamponade
Definition
BLOOD OUTSIDE THE HEART BUT INSIDE THE PERICARDIUM

INCREASED PRESSURE IN THE CHEST COMPRESSES THE VEINS AND IT DECREASES PRELOAD AND IT GIVES NOTHING FOR THE HEART TO PUMP

BECKS TRIAD: HYPOTENSION, JVD, MUFFLED HEART SOUNDS
Term
dx and treatment of cardiac tamponade
Definition
ECHO

needle decompression subxiphid 45 deg angle under zyphoid aiming toward left nipple

PC WINDOW

thoracotomy/pericardotomy
Term
massive hemorrhage 5 places of blood loss
Definition
chest
abdomen
pelvis
retroperitoneal
the floor
Term
how do we find bleeding
Definition
h and p
CXR
pelvic x-ray
FAST: LOOK FOR FLUID IN ABDOMEN, PELVIS, AROUND BREAST

FLUID IS DIFFICULT TO IDENTIFY ID RETROPERITONEAL
OFTEN BLUNT TRAUMA WITH NEGATIVE CXR AND FAST

DPL: peritoneal lavage, look for blood and bowel injury

CT:

exploration of the abdomen
Term
TX of massive hrmoeehage
Definition
STOP BLEEDING WITH DIRECT PRESSURE, TOURNICUTE, REDUCE FEACTURES, WRAP PELVIS, INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY, EX-LAP

rescuscitate
IVF/blood
role of factor 7
ASA
plavix
coumadin
pradaxza
endpoints of rescucitation
Term
goals when a pt goes into shock 2
Definition
deliver oxygen
keep cells healthy enough to use oxygen
Term
causes of decreased oxygen carrying capacity
Definition
anemia due to bleeding, increased destruction, decreased production

disruption in gas exchange: ALI, ARDS, infection, pulmonary edema, pulmonary emboli
Term
causes of decrease in cardiac output decrease 4
Definition
low pressure (absolute): bloow loss, dehydration

low pressure (relative): neurogenic shock, sepsis

poor cardiac function

increased afterload
Term
causes of poor cardiac function
Definition
HF: AMI, rhythm issues, tension effects (tamponade, PTX)
Term
physiological aspects of clotting 3
Definition
leukocytes migrate and attach to vessel walls and injury
veniles dilate
lymphatics are blocked
Term
phases of wound healing
Definition
substrate phase: inflammatory/lag/exudate

proliferative phase

maturation phase; remodeling, maturation
Term
proliferative phase of wound healing attribues
Definition
consistant regardkess of the wound
begin when wound is covered by epithelium
production of collagen in the wound
fibroblasti is primary cell and makes collagen
Term
types of wound healing - not objective
Definition
primary healing: first intention: wound closed by direct approximation of epithelial wound edges

secondary healing: spontaneous wound closure: wound is left open and allowed to heal spontaneously from edges of the wound, wound closes by contraction and epithelization

tertiary: healing by third intention; wound closed by active means after delay of days to weeks, delayed closure should be performed only in wounds that have quantative bacterial count of less than 105
Term
classification of wounds - not objective
Definition
avulsion injury: skin broken by shearing forces and underlyig tissue has been undermined and elevated

abrasion: superificial loss of epithelial elements

puncture: generally do not require closure

crush injuries; often accompanied by loss of significant amounts of tissue that may initially appear viable
Term
wound closure - not objective
Definition
no tension on edges can cause skin necrosis

sutures in skin of torso anx exttremities shoul dbe left in place 7-10d

sutures on face and neck left in place for 4d

knots should be secure but not so tight as to strangulate the tissue

structural material: monofilament (does not hold bacteria, used on skin), braided (infection risk), dissolvable (deep sutures, good strength for dermis), permanent
Term
define and describe chronic wounds
Definition
wounds that are slow to heal and are classified as chronic

stalled in inflammatory stage of healing

poor granulation tissue, altered cell cycles, biochemical imbalance

increased inflamatory cytokines, tissue matrix metalloproteinases that inhibit or slow healing
Term
causes of chronic wounds 3
Definition
diabetic foot ulcers
venous stasis ulcers
open wounds that have failed to close
Term
pressure ulcers: causes, most common locations
Definition
neurological impairment, bed ridden, loss of reflex movement to relieve pressure, 10% of hospitalized patients

HEEL, SACRUM, ISCHIAL TUBEROSITY
Term
4 grades of pressure ulcers
Definition
1. non blanching red area on intact skin

2. partial thickness skin loss with involvement of epidermis or dermis, superificial, looks like blister of abrasion

3. full thickness skin loss with necrosis of SC tissue that can extend into fascia

4. full thickness skin loss with necrosis, destruction can involve muscle, bone, tendons
Term
what is the most common chronic wound in adults
Definition
venous stasis ulcers
Term
cause of venous stasis ulcers
Definition
insufficiency from venous vascular incompetence affects approx 15% of adults
Term
signs of venous stasis ulcers
Definition
leg discomfort, heaviness, edema, dermatofibrosis (hemosiderin deposition in skin, brown blac spots)
Term
tx venous stasis ulcers
Definition
compression to help withv enous flow
Term
arterial insufficiency ulcer cause and location
Definition
athlerosclerosis of main arterias supplying LE

common in toes
Term
appearance of arterial insufficiency ulcers
Definition
chronic arterial ulcers may resemble venous ulcers
mummified black and dry gangrene
suppuration with oozing (wet gangrene)
Term
how is arterial insufficiency ulcers diagnosed
Definition
vascular u/s to assess arterial circulation
Term
signs of diabetic neuropathy
Definition
polyneuropathy of long neurons of foot and LE
motor neuropathy: atrophy of intrinsic foot muscles, derangement of bones that depend on muscle tone to align
resulting deformities include charcots foot
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