Knee Arthrocentesis Alicia Blazejewski INDICATIONS Used to evacuate abnormal fluid collections from the joint space for synovial fluid analysis Septic arthritis Crystal arthropathy Hemarthrosis Inflammatory process Used to diagnose occult…
Knee Arthrocentesis Alicia Blazejewski INDICATIONS Used to evacuate abnormal fluid collections from the joint space for synovial fluid analysis Septic arthritis Crystal arthropathy Hemarthrosis Inflammatory process Used to diagnose occult…
For acute compartment syndrome treatment (TABLE 53.1) Common locations for compartment syndrome include the calf, the anterior thigh, and the forearm Once the diagnosis is made, early fasciotomy is advocated…
Evacuation of abnormal collections of fluid from the joint space for synovial fluid analysis Septic arthritis Crystal arthropathy Hemarthrosis Inflammatory process Diagnose occult fracture or ligamentous injury Decrease/relieve pressure in…
Provide evacuation of abnormal collections of fluid from the joint space for synovial fluid analysis Septic arthritis Crystal arthropathy Hemarthrosis Inflammatory process Diagnose occult fracture or ligamentous injury Decrease/relieve pressure…
Unstable patients with gastroesophageal varices receiving maximal medical therapy Endoscopy is unavailable or unsuccessful CONTRAINDICATIONS Esophageal strictures or recent gastroesophageal surgery Relative: No active bleeding Incomplete equipment Source of bleeding…
To remove external foreign bodies (FBs) in the eye Symptoms include pain, redness, increased tearing, or FB sensation CONTRAINDICATIONS Caution and care must be taken if globe rupture is suspected…
Emergent venous access for fluid resuscitation or drug infusion if alternative peripheral or central access is either unattainable or contraindicated CONTRAINDICATIONS Absolute Contraindications Major blunt, long-bone fracture or penetrating trauma…
To evacuate abnormal collections of fluid from the joint space for synovial fluid analysis, especially in the investigation of the following conditions: Septic arthritis Crystal arthropathy Hemarthrosis Inflammatory processes To…
Used to provide analgesia for acute and chronic pain conditions affecting the thorax including the following: Significant rib fractures causing hypoventilation, splinting respirations, or atelectasis Chest wall/upper abdominal surgery: Thoracotomy,…
