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If a person has a compound fracture of the back would that cause bruising?
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What could be the cause of random back bruising?
There are several things which could be the cause of random back bruising. Some of the causes include spinal fracture, pancreatitis, coagulopathy and back injury among others.
Can CPR on an infant cause bruising?
If done correctly, CPR should only cause minor bruising. Longer fingernails will increase the bruising affect. Anything other than minor bruising would be cause for finding out what happened.
What does compound fractures meant?
A compound fracture is when there are bone fragments which lacerate soft tissue and protrude through the skin in an open wound. These type of fractures usually require immediate surgery because the open fracture can get infected and cause an infection to get into the bone.
What are not factors to consider while checking circulation below a fracture site A petechiae and ecchymosis B flexibility C cool skin and weak or absent pulse below the fracture?
These are not factors to consider while checking circulation below a fracture siteA petechiae and ecchymosis - Petechiae are small red or purple dots under the skin. Ecchymosis is bruising. Both of these are to be expected. Heightened bruising is NOT cause for concern with a fracture.B flexibility - You would expect limited flexibility with a fracture and you should not attempt to move joints if you suspect a fracture.This is a concern about circulation:C cool skin and weak or absent pulse below the fracture. Any bandage or split you applied may be too tight--adjust and recheck circulation. OR the fracture has impaired circulation, so it's vital the person gets to a hospital quickly.
Which can cause a stressful fracture?
The overuse of a bone can cause a stress fracture.
Which can cause stress fracture?
The overuse of a bone can cause a stress fracture.
Do opiates cause bruising?
Yyes
Does period cramps cause bruising?
no
What kind of compound that cause a person to sneeze?
Pepper, dust, and even cold air are compounds that can cause a person to sneeze. Any compound that irritates the lining of the nostrils can cause a sneeze.
Can vitiligo cause excessive bruising?
No vitiligo does not cause excessive bruising. For more info about vitiligo visit: http://www.vitiligoguide.com/vitiligo/
Can falling and hitting your head cause delirium?
Falling and hitting your head can cause a fracture of the skull, bruising of the brain, unconsciousness, disorientation, delirium, and possibly death. Alternately, a concussion, which shakes the brain inside the skull, can cause short term confusion. Both require medical examination.
Why is compound fracture the most serious injury?
A simple fracture, more accurately called a closed fracture, is a fracture that does not involve a break of the skin. A compound fracture, called an open fracture, is a fracture in which bone fragments cause a break in the skin. These fractures require antibiotics and, in most cases, surgical washout and repair to prevent infection.
