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Exam questionKROK 2Medicine · 2021

After manual repositioning of bone fragments and application of a plaster splint, a patient with forearm fractures developed edema, pain, and disturbed sensitivity in his hand and fingers. What tactics must the doctor choose?

Answer options

  1. Repeat the repositioning
  2. Expectant management, because this is a natural phenomenon – the edema will decrease on its own in 24 hours
  3. Prescribe analgesics and diuretics
  4. Remove the splint
  5. Cut the bandage that secures the splint
Correct answer

Cut the bandage that secures the splint

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