Use LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys to navigate between flashcards;
Use UP and DOWN arrow keys to flip the card;
H to show hint;
A reads text to speech;
12 Cards in this Set
- Front
- Back
closed reduction, external fixation of a fracture
|
external manipulation of a fracture to regain alignment along with application of an external device to protect and hold the bone in place while healing
|
|
casting
|
use of a stiff, solid dressing around a limb or other body part to immobilize it during healing
|
|
splinting
|
use of a rigid device to immobilize or restrain a broken bone or injured body part; provides less support than a case, but can be adjusted easier to accomodate for swelling
|
|
traction
(Tx) |
application of a pulling force to a fractured bone or dislocated joint to maintain proper position during healing
|
|
closed reduction, percutaneous fixation of a fracture
|
external manipulation of a fracture to regain alignment, follwed by insertion of one or more pins through the skin to maintain position - often includes use of fixator
|
|
orthosis
|
use of an orthopedic appliance to maintain a bone's position or provide limb support (e.g. back, knee, or wrist brace)
|
|
physical therapy
(PT) |
treatment to rehabilitate patients disabled by illness or injurty; involving many different modalities
|
|
prosthesis
|
artificial replacement for a diseased or missing body part such as hip, joint, or limb
|
|
analgesic
|
drug that relieves pain
|
|
anti-inflammatory
|
drug that reduces inflammation
|
|
antipyretic
|
drug that reduces fever
|
|
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
(NSAID) |
group of drugs with analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties
|