anatomy
vertebrae
What is one sign of a spine fx (NOT PAIN)
numbness, tingling, radiating pain, loss of movement
what does this suffix mean
- itis
inflammation
What are S&S of MRSA?
redness, swelling, pimple like appearance
What are the 3 parts of the spine called?
cervical
thoracic
lumbar/sacral
What is one s&s of a herniated disc?
numbness, tingling, loss of ROM
What does this medical abbreviation mean
PRN
as needed
If someone has a c spine injury, what is needed
EAP, cervical collar, spine board
What part of the spine contains the most vertebrae, AND how many are in it?
thoracic - 12
explain an axial load injury
force that pushes the cervical spine dow inferiorly
If someone is laying supine they are what...
laying on their back
First step of helping someone who has a myocardial infarction
call 911 / make sure scene is safe
What is the medical term for "hunch back"
kyphosis
How can an athlete get spondylolysis or spondylolisthesis ?
hyperextended back
Medical term for a bruise
contusion
Explain the difference between radiating and referred pain
radiating pain - pain that shoots down from the source of the injury
referred - different pain location from the source
A curvature in the spine creates a condition called what..
scoliosis
A muscle strain to the largest superficial back muscle is called what..
latissimus dorsi strain
what is the difference between a deep and superficial wound
deep - likely artery cut
Break down this RX:
"Ice your R knee PRN to decrease edema"
ice your right knee as needed to decrease swelling