https://www.vetnurse.co.uk/nursing/w/vet-nurse-revision-2/742/dislocations-answersWelcome to the Revision Guide for Student Nurses (Part II) by Vanessa Bird VN. This guide contains notes, self-test questionnaires and practical tasks to help you through your exams (Level 2/3 NVQ, and beyond), and to use as a reference afterwards.Apren-USTelligent Community 10https://www.vetnurse.co.uk/nursing/w/vet-nurse-revision-2/742/dislocations-answersTue, 21 Apr 2009 10:34:08 GMT1a0763ec-3885-442c-853e-6cef656dfec5:754c0011-67ca-4a91-9b55-64d23be6cb9dArlo Guthriehttps://www.vetnurse.co.uk/nursing/w/vet-nurse-revision-2/742/dislocations-answers#commentsCurrent Revision posted to Revision Guide For Student Nurses - Part 2 by Arlo Guthrie on 4/21/2009 10:34:08 AM<br /> <p><strong>ANSWERS</strong></p> <ol class="wikiextraspace"> <li><strong>What is another term for a dislocation?</strong><br />Luxation. </li> <li><strong>What is another term for a partial dislocation?</strong><br />Subluxation. </li> <li><strong>Define dislocation.</strong><br />A persistent and complete displacement of the opposing articular surfaces of the bones forming a joint. </li> <li><strong>Define subluxation.</strong><br />An incomplete displacement of the opposing articular surfaces of the bones forming a joint. </li> <li><strong>Give an example of a common congenital luxation.</strong><br />Luxating patella. </li> <li><strong>Name the 2 joints that are most commonly affected by acquired luxation occurring as a result of trauma.</strong> <ul> <li>Hip. </li> <li>Elbow. </li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>What is the correct term for reduction of the joint by manipulation of the affected limb?</strong><br />Closed reduction. </li> <li><strong>Describe open reduction.</strong><br />A surgical approach to the joint involving visualisation of the affected bones and their subsequent manipulation back into the joint. </li> <li><strong>Why is closed reduction preferable to open reduction?</strong> <ul> <li>Less risk of joint infection. </li> <li>No surgical wound to look after. </li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Why is it very unlikely that the veterinary surgeon will be able to perform successful closed reduction on a 3 day old luxation?</strong><br />During this time the surrounding tissues will have contracted, thus rendering closed reduction difficult. </li> <li><strong>What should always be carried out before any attempt is made at reduction and why?</strong><br />Radiography; it is important to confirm the diagnosis, aswell as assess any further damage such as fractures (which will complicate any attempts to reduce the affected joint). </li> <li><strong>How long should an animal be rested for following the reduction of a luxation?</strong><br />3-4 Weeks. </li> <li><strong>What is the name of the dressing that may be used to support a hind limb following reduction of a luxated hip?</strong><br />Ehmer sling. </li> <li><strong>What is the name of the dressing that may be used to support a forelimb following reduction of a luxated elbow?</strong><br />Velpeau sling. </li> <li><strong>For how long are non-weight-bearing slings usually employed following the reduction of a luxation?</strong><br />5-7 Days. </li> <li><strong>State 4 complications associated with luxations.</strong> <ul> <li>Reluxation after reduction. </li> <li>Joint infection (following open reduction). </li> <li>Injury to the soft tissues surrounding the affected joint. </li> <li>Nerve damage in the region of the affected joint. </li> </ul> </li> </ol><div style="clear:both;"></div>