Lower Limb Fractures
| CHQ Minor Fractures Guideline |
Workbook Questions :
Case 1
A 14-year-old girl rolls he ankle during a netball game and is now unable to weight bear. She complains of pain all over her ankle and there is moderate swelling in that area. Her XR is shown below.
Case 1
A 14-year-old girl rolls he ankle during a netball game and is now unable to weight bear. She complains of pain all over her ankle and there is moderate swelling in that area. Her XR is shown below.
- When would you XR an ankle? Are there any rules you would use?
- Describe her XR
- How would you manage this case?
Case 2
A 9-month-old boy presents to ED with his mother as she noticed some swelling in his R thigh and he seemed to be unsettled. His XR is shown below
A 9-month-old boy presents to ED with his mother as she noticed some swelling in his R thigh and he seemed to be unsettled. His XR is shown below
- Describe this XR
- What are your concerns with this image?
- How will this case be managed?
