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Different Elbow Fractures And How To Treat Them

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1.  What is the most common fracture in the elbow? Radial head fracture Distal humerus fracture Mid-shaft humerus fracture Galeazzi fracture

2.  What is TRUE about a Galeazzi fracture? Occurs with FOOSH with the forearm in extreme pronation Fracture at middle or distal 1/3 of radius Subluxation of DRUJ All of the above

3.  Which fracture is rare in adults and more common in children ages 4-10 years old? Galeazzi fracture Monteggia fracture Distal humerus fracture Radial head fracture

4.  Which of the following is NOT part of the overhead protocol? Supine Biceps primary stabilizer Shoulder in 90 degrees flexion, ADD, and neutral GH rotation P/AAROM Elbow Extension

5.  In a terrible triad with posterolateral rotatory instability, what is a clinical sign? Locking, clicking, pain, apprehension Issues with elbow extension Lateral elbow pain All of the above