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Evaluate and treat common fractures and
know when to refer uncommon ones to a specialist. This quick, practical resource presents
detailed illustrations, video, and
current best evidence for imaging and treating fractures so you can
make accurate identifications and manage patients with confidence.
- Quickly find the information you need
through a systematic, logical approach to each fracture. - Accurately identify fractures
through an extensive selection of imaging examples. - Apply splints and reduce dislocations successfully
thanks to detailed descriptions, illustrations, and narrated video. - Tap into the latest best practices
through evidence-based coverage and updated references. - Effectively manage emergency situations
using guidelines for emergent referral, greater detail regarding methods for closed reductions for fractures and dislocations, and more. - Benefit from expanded content specifically for the emergency medicine setting, including CT, MRI, and ultrasound imaging, procedural sedation, and discharge reassessment.
- Expert Consult(TM) eBook version included with purchase.
This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
List of contents
1. Fracture Management in Primary Care and Emergency Medicine Settings
2. General Principles of Fracture Care
3. Finger Fractures
4. Metacarpal Fractures
5. Carpal Fractures
6. Radius and Ulna Fractures
7. Elbow Fractures
8. Humerus Fractures
9. Clavicle and Scapula Fractures
10. Spine Fractures
11. Femur and Pelvis Fractures
12. Patellar, Tibial, and Fibular Fractures
13. Ankle Fractures
14. Calcaneus and Other Tarsal Fractures
15. Metatarsal Fractures
16. Toe Fractures
17. Facial and Skull Fractures
18. Rib Fractures
Appendix (Casting and Splinting)
