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Trauma of musculoskeletal disorders - Coggle Diagram
Trauma of musculoskeletal disorders
Contusion
Definition
Is a soft tissue injury as a result of low from a plant object resulting in rupture of small blood vessels and bleeding into the subcutaneous fat and muscle layers at the site
Medication
Analgesics
Anti-inflammatory
Pathophysiology
Bleeding occurs in this surrounding tissues resulting in local pain, swelling, and dislocation which usually progresses from bluish purple to brown yellowish after a couple of days then returned to normal skin color
Causes
Trauma
Falls or direct blows
Management
Apply a cool compress to stop the bleeding by Vasco constriction
Applying an elastic bandage to the extremities
Elevating the area to reduce the swelling
Clinical manifestation
Rapid swelling or discoloration
limited mobility and function
Pain and local tenderness
Sprains
Definition
Is a joint injury.. it is partial or complete pulling or tearing of a ligament at a joint. It may range from mild to severe, depending on the extent of the tear.
Management
apply cold compresses for the first 24 to 36 hours to promote rather construction and an ice pack may be used
rest the affected part and a void wait bearing
rest the affected part and a void weight bearing
apply annalistic bandaged as of ports and immobilization
elevate the affected limp above the heart to ensure venous return and reduce swelling
Pathophysiology
As a result of overstretching or injury there is incomplete rupture of a ligaments and joint capsule, Small blood vessels rupture and bleeding then occurs into the surrounding tissues. Local inflammatory reaction follows in oedema, pain, dislocation and limited movement
Medication
Anti-inflamitory
Analgesics like ibuprofen
Clinical Manifestations
Rapid swelling or discoloration
limited mobility and function
Pain and local tenderness
Causes
Twisting forces
Forced flexion
Hyper extension
Sports Or fitness programs
Trauma or falls
References
Moglalane, S. et al., 2014. Management of specific disorders of the musculo-skeletal system. In: S. Mogolane, ed. Juta's Complete Textbook of Medical Surgical Nursing. Cape Town: Juta and Company, pp. 915-936.