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Fracture
– A break in the continuity of the bone. They occur when the physical force
exerted on the bone is stronger than the bone itself.
– Broken Bone
– Bone fracture
Causes/Etiology
- 5 P’s
1. Pain
2. Pallor
3. Paresthesia
4. Polar
5. Pulselessness
- Edema
- Tenderness
- Abnormal movement
- Crepitus
- Loss of Function
- Ecchymoses
- Visible deformity
Patophysiology:
Diagnostic Studies
– An x-ray examination is used to determine the presence of a fracture.
Medical Management
Surgical management
Nursing Management
– RICES Management
R- Rest
I- Ice Compress
C- Cast
E- Elevation
S- Safety
Possible Complications:
– Fat Embolus
– Compartment Syndrome
– Nonunion of the fracture side
– Arterial damage during treatment
– Infection
– Sepsis
– Hemorrhage leading to shock
5 Nursing Diagnosis
1. Pain related to fracture, soft tissue damage, muscle spasm and surgery.
2. Impaired physical mobility related to fractured hip
3. Impaired skin integrity related to surgical incision
4. Risk for disturbed thought process related to age, stress of trauma, unfamiliar
surroundings and drug theraphy
5. Risk for impaired urinary elimination related to immobility