08-01-2009, 02:04 PM
An 18 month old girl is brought to the physician because she has not used her right arm since falling while running hand-in-hand with her older sister 2 hours ago. There is no obvious swelling or point tenderness. Which of teh following is the most appropriate initial management?
A) Rest, ice, and elevate the elbow
B) Supination of the forearm
C) Use of a sling and swathe
D) Application of a figure-of-8 strap
E) Application of a posterior splint
Any explanation?
A) Rest, ice, and elevate the elbow
B) Supination of the forearm
C) Use of a sling and swathe
D) Application of a figure-of-8 strap
E) Application of a posterior splint
Any explanation?