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What is a Uniplane device, you ask?
What is a Uniplane Fixation Device? A device with 2 or more pins that are inserted above and below a fracture, and more below it. It is used to stabilize fractures.
What is a multiplane fixation system?
Definition and Overview. External fixation Systems are devices that use metal rods, wires and pins to stabilize fractured leg bones. There are many types of external fixation systems, but the most popular are the uniplane and multiplane systems. After the fracture has healed sufficiently, the rods and pins can be removed.
What is the primary difference in excision codes? What is the primary distinction between excision codes in the musculoskeletal and integumentary systems subsections? Musculoskeletal refers to muscle, while Integumentary is for skin and subcutaneous tissue. The main difference is the extent.
What is the difference between open and closed treatment for a fracture or dislocation?
There are two options for reduction: Closed or open. Open reduction involves exposing the fracture fragments surgically through tissue dissection. Closed reduction refers to the manipulation of bone fragments without exposing the bones.
Quizlet: What is dislocation?
Dislocation- Definition. Dislocation is the displacement of bones from their normal positions at joints.
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Which is a type of open fracture treatment?
Internal fixation can be used to treat open fractures in which: The wound is clean, There is minimal skin or tissue damage, and. The broken pieces of bone can be well aligned.
What is closed treatment of a fracture?
The CPT manual continues with definitions of "closed treatment," "open treatment," and "percutaneous skeletal fixation." Closed treatment specifically means that the fracture site is not surgically opened.
What is closed treatment of fracture without manipulation?
Closed treatment without manipulation involves fitting the patient to appropriate materials for bone stabilization and weight bearing/non-weight bearing function.
What is initial encounter for closed fracture?
Initial Means Active Treatment
Initial is interpreted as active treatment. When the visit is for the purpose of deciding what treatment is required to repair the fracture, it is an initial encounter. Likewise, when the visit results in a changed active plan of care, it is an initial encounter.What is the difference between an open fracture and a closed fracture?
Closed vs. open
A closed fracture is also called a simple fracture. In a closed fracture, the broken bone doesn't break your skin. An open fracture is also called a compound fracture. When your bone and other internal tissues are exposed, it puts you at higher risk of infection.What does fracture care include?
According to the CPT guidelines, fracture care is billed as a “packaged” service. This means that at the time of initial care, a bill is generated that includes: Treatment of the fracture. The first cast or splint application.
Which term describes a fracture in which the bone is shattered?
A fracture is the medical term for a broken bone. Fractures are common; the average person has two during a lifetime. If the bone is in many pieces, it is called a comminuted fracture. In a non-displaced fracture, the bone cracks either part or all of the way through, but does move and maintains its proper alignment.
What is Arthrocentesis quizlet?
What is arthrocentesis? Device that has 2 or more pins inserted above and below a fracture on only one surface and is used to stabilize the fracture.
What term describes the cleaning of a wound?
What term describes the cleaning of a wound? debridement. This is a hollow needle that is often used to withdraw samples of fluid from a joint: trocar.
What two words describe what elastic wrap or tape is fastened to the skin?
Musculoseketal 234
| Question | Answer |
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| What two words describe when elastic wrap or tape is fastened to the skin or wrapped around a limb and weights are then attached to the wraps or tape???? | Skin traction. |
What type of treatment means that the fracture site is not surgically exposed to the external environment and describes procedures that are treated with and without manipulation or traction?
Closed treatment specifically means that the fracture site is not surgically opened (exposed to the external environment and directly visualized). This terminology is used to describe procedures that treat fractures by three methods: (1) without manipulation; (2) with manipulation; or (3) with or without traction.
How do dislocations occur?
A joint dislocation, also called luxation, occurs when there is an abnormal separation in the joint, where two or more bones meet. Dislocations are often caused by sudden trauma on the joint like an impact or fall. A joint dislocation can cause damage to the surrounding ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves.
How do you fix a displaced bone?
Treatment
- Reduction. Your doctor might try gentle maneuvers to help your bones back into position.
- Immobilization. After your bones are back in position, your doctor might immobilize your joint with a splint or sling for several weeks.
- Surgery.
- Rehabilitation.
What happens to the body during a dislocation during a sprain?
A break is a broken or fractured bone, a dislocation is when a bone moves out of its joint, and a sprain/strain is the stretching or tearing of ligaments or tendons. Also, if a sprain or strain is severe enough, surgery may be required to repair extremely damaged ligaments or tendons.
Which of the following statements best explains the difference between dislocation and subluxation?
A dislocation is defined as “displacement of a bone from its natural position in the joint”. A subluxation is basically defined as “a partial dislocation”. It can be no less painful than a full dislocation, but the two bones that form the joint are still partially in contact with each other.
What is the distinguishing feature of primary fibromyalgia syndrome?
Fibromyalgia syndrome is an increasingly recog- nized disorder characterized by chronic, widespread musculoskeletal aches, pain and stiffness, fatigue, and poor sleep; examination indicates increased tenderness at muscle and tendon insertion sites, known as “tender points.” The symptom complex of fibromyalgia syn-
What is the role of osteoclasts in the Endosteum during long bone growth?
What is the role of osteoclasts in the endosteum during long bone growth? They proportionally increase the size of the medullary cavity as the bone grows to prevent the weight of the growing skeleton from becoming too heavy. All bone surfaces in the body are covered by the periosteum.
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