thick liquid that allows areas to move easily
What is synovial fluid?
bone; bone
Ligaments connect ______ to ______.
muscles; bone
Tendons connect _______ to ________.
loss of normal limb function, joint problems, tendinopathy, disruption in blood supply, nerve damage, infection
What are common soft tissue injury complications? (6)
granulation tissue; sharp
As 3rd-degree burns heal, ________ develops; causing ________ pai.
Do no HARM; let PEACE guide your approach; unload/restrict movement for 1-3 days
What should be done immediately following an injury? (3)
protection, elevation, avoid NSAIDs/limit Ice to short term, compression, education
PEACE acronym?
heat, alcohol, running, massage; 48 hours after injury
HARM acronym?
Pain signals; protection
_______ should guide the cessation of _______.
retardation of the healing process
What can NSAIDs cause with regards to injury?
aspirin; active bleeding
Which NSAID is NOT a good option?
When should this be avoided?
intra-articular injections
________ help with pain, but do NOT help healing.
use at lowest effective dose; for shortest time duration, limit use to 7 days, 2" for small joints; 4" for large joints
Counseling on Topical NSAIDs? (3)
4-6 weeks
How long does Ongoing treatment last?
pressure injuries
-localized area of tissue destruction that develops when soft tissue is
compressed between a bony prominence
pressure, shearing forces/friction
What are the causes of Pressure Injuries? (2)
bacitracin; silver sulfadiazine
Which ointments can we use to promote healing in burn victims? (2)
water-based treatments/clean and stimulate wound tissue, fluids-prevent dehydration, pain/anxiety meds, burn creams
How do we treat burns? (4)
when repositioning/ performing wound care
When are NSAIDs used in the treatment of pressure injuries?