Injury 101

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What are some common nasal injuries?

Nasal fractures, septal haematoma, and peritoneal irritation

Epistaxis, nasal fractures, and septal haematoma (correct)

Epistaxis, ear laceration, and rib stress injuries

Closed kidney injury, tension pneumothorax, and ENT referral

What are some common nasal injuries?

Sinusitis, ear laceration, and perforated tympanic membrane

Epistaxis, nasal polyps, and sinusitis

Epistaxis, nasal fractures, and septal haematoma (correct)

Nasal fractures, septal haematoma, and ear laceration

What is Little's area?

An area of the brain responsible for hearing

A technique for treating closed kidney injury

A mesh of blood vessels in the lower nose septum responsible for nosebleeds (correct)

A type of ear laceration

What is Little's area?

A mesh of blood vessels in the lower nose septum responsible for nosebleeds Signup and view all the answers

What causes traumatic epistaxis?

Trauma Signup and view all the answers

What causes traumatic epistaxis?

Trauma Signup and view all the answers

What are some treatments for nosebleeds?

Direct pressure, gauze and adrenaline, and ENT referral Signup and view all the answers

What are some treatments for nosebleeds?

Direct pressure and gauze Signup and view all the answers

What are some common ear injuries?

Ear laceration, auricular haematoma, and perforated tympanic membrane Signup and view all the answers

What are some common ear injuries?

Ear laceration, auricular haematoma, and perforated tympanic membrane Signup and view all the answers

What is key for preventing dental injuries?

Wearing a mouthguard during sports activities Signup and view all the answers

What is key for preventing dental injuries?

Prevention Signup and view all the answers

What can trunk injuries cause?

Shock, peritoneal irritation, and damage to organs Signup and view all the answers

What can trunk injuries cause?

Shock, peritoneal irritation, and damage to organs such as the liver and spleen Signup and view all the answers

What type of kidney injury is common in children?

Closed kidney injury Signup and view all the answers

What type of kidney injury is common in children?

Closed kidney injury Signup and view all the answers

Who are rib stress injuries common in?

Elite rowers Signup and view all the answers

What type of injuries are common in elite rowers?

Rib stress injuries Signup and view all the answers

What are different types of pneumothorax?

Closed, open, and tension Signup and view all the answers

What are some types of pneumothorax?

Closed, open, and tension Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Common nasal injuries include epistaxis, nasal fractures, and septal haematoma.
Little's area is a mesh of blood vessels in the lower nose septum that is usually responsible for nosebleeds.
Traumatic epistaxis is caused by trauma.
Treatment for nosebleeds includes direct pressure, gauze and adrenaline, cautering, nasal packing, and ENT referral.
Common ear injuries include ear laceration, auricular haematoma, and perforated tympanic membrane.
Prevention is key for dental injuries.
Trunk injuries can cause shock, peritoneal irritation, and damage to organs such as the liver and spleen.
Closed kidney injury is common in children.
Rib stress injuries are common in elite rowers.
Different types of pneumothorax include closed, open, and tension, and can be caused by trauma or underlying lung disease.

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Are you familiar with common injuries to the nose, ear, trunk, kidney, and ribs? Test your knowledge with this quiz! Learn about prevention and treatment options for various injuries, from epistaxis to rib stress injuries. This quiz will cover different types of injuries, causes, and potential complications. Perfect for healthcare professionals or anyone interested in learning more about common injuries and their management.