SAQ 1460 – Wrist pain after fall with AP and lateral X-rays

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A 19-year-old man presents to your rural ED after falling onto his outstretched hand while playing basketball. He has wrist pain and no visible wounds. AP and lateral wrist X-rays are shown.

AP wrist X-ray after fall onto an outstretched hand.
AP wrist X-ray.
Lateral wrist X-ray after fall onto an outstretched hand.
Lateral wrist X-ray.

List the two main abnormalities shown on the X-rays.

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List the two most serious immediate complications of this injury.

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List the steps involved in performing a Bier block, including drugs, doses and endpoints where appropriate.

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