Case 4
A 25-year-old male has presented to the ED having performed a charity parachute jump. He landed awkwardly and has sustained an open fracture dislocation of his right ankle. He is still wearing sturdy leather boots.
He has no medical problems or allergies but had two bacon rolls and a cup of coffee while waiting for his flight to take off, 90 minutes ago.
He has a cool foot with a capillary refill time of 6 seconds and diminished gross sensation.
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Question 1 of 4
1. Question
Which answer best describes the most appropriate immediate management?
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Question 2 of 4
2. Question
You have administered 20 mg of intravenous morphine and he is still complaining of severe pain; it is 45 minutes since he injured his ankle and he still has his boot on.
Name two sedative agents that have a significant analgesic action.
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Question 3 of 4
3. Question
You have decided to perform procedural sedation. Another doctor is present to perform the manipulation of the ankle fracture and the patient has verbally given consent for the procedure. The nurse asks what monitoring you would require.
List the minimum monitoring requirements during procedural sedation.
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Question 4 of 4
4. Question
You consider which sedative agent to use.
Select the appropriate sedative agent according to the advantageous property most commonly associated with it.
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- Midazolam
- Propofol
- Ketamine
- Nitrous oxide 70%
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Familiarity. Profound amnesic effect
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Very rapid onset and recovery
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Strong analgesic effect. Respiratory and airway reflexes are maintained
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Strong analgesic effect, rapid recovery
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