Fracture and Dislocation Reductions
Keywords dislocation, fracture, reduction 1 When is an emergent reduction of a fracture or dislocation indicated? The majority of fractures and dislocations can either be reduced in a nonemergent…
EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Abscess Incision and Drainage
Abstract This chapter presents questions and key points of the procedure of abscess incision and drainage. Keywords abscess, drainage, incision 1 What is a skin abscess? An abscess is…
Laceration Repair
Abstract Wounds and lacerations are common complaints of patients seen in doctors’ offices and urgent care centers. Wound assessment, patient’s medical history, and physician experience are important considerations in the…
Splinting and Casting
Abstract This chapter provides a review of casting and splinting in children and adolescents. Keywords casting, fracture treatment, splinting 1 What is the purpose of casting and splinting? To…
Urinary and Urologic Complaints
Abstract This chapter describes the differential diagnosis and urgent care workup of a child presenting with dysuria, hematuria, urinary retention, and penile swelling. Keywords hematuria, kidney stones, paraphimosis, phimosis, pyelonephritis,…
Acute Neck Pain
Abstract Acute neck pain in the sports setting can occur with any and all sports, including practice and game situations. Understanding the guidelines for examination and initial treatment and management…
Concussion
Abstract Concussion is a disruption to the normal function of the brain secondary to a force to the head or body. The symptoms may be apparent immediately but may be…
The Acutely Injured Shoulder
Abstract The shoulder is a girdle consisting of four articulations: the glenohumeral, acromioclavicular, sternoclavicular, and scapulothoracic. These articulations are supported by muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Fractures, sprains, dislocations, and soft…
Environmental Emergencies
Abstract Cold and heat injuries are environmental injuries that require acute recognition and appropriate care. The chapter will outline details of both injuries, including diagnosis and management. Keywords chilblains, cold…
FOOSH (Fall on Outstretched Hand) Injuries
Abstract Fall on outstretched hand (FOOSH) injuries are common in pediatric and adult patients. FOOSH injuries affect the upper extremities, including the hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, upper arm, and shoulder….
