Abstract
MJ is a 43-year-old female who presents to the emergency department after a fall from a standing height. On presentation, the patient complains of severe neck pain and bilateral upper and lower extremity weakness. Her primary survey demonstrates a clear airway and hemodynamic stability. She denies any LOC and maintains a GCS of 15. Her secondary survey is negative.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Orthopedic Traumatology |
Subtitle of host publication | An Evidence-Based Approach |
Publisher | Springer New York |
Pages | 41-53 |
Number of pages | 13 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781461435112 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781461435105 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2013 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- General Medicine