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Humeral Fractures: Proximal, Shaft, And Distal, Part 2

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1.  What is a complication of a distal humerus fracture? Elbow stiffness Heterotopic ossification Ulnar nerve injury All of the above

2.  Which is a factor in the failure of a fixation? Proper insertion Too early or too aggressive postoperative mobilization program Patient compliance Appropriate postoperative mobilization

3.  Distraction or motion at the fracture site is one of the most typical complications. What is a factor of this? Inadequate immobilization Too early mobilization Inadequate fixation All of the above

4.  According to AOTA and the Choosing Wisely campaign, what is important to do when using physical agent modalities (PAMs)? Incorporate PAMs without a functional component Integrate into an intervention plan that either precedes or runs concurrently with purposeful activities Use as a stand alone treatment None of the above

5.  For the initial management of pain in frail and older adults with suspected long bone fractures, it is recommended to use ALL EXCEPT: Oral paracetamol for mild pain Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) Oral paracetamol and codeine for moderate pain Intravenous paracetamol supplemented with intravenous morphine titrated to effect for severe pain