Your Patient Is a 15-Year-Old Soccer Player Who Was Kicked

question 2

Multiple Choice

Your patient is a 15-year-old soccer player who was kicked in the calf by another player. She has a contusion on her calf, but the amount of pain she is experiencing seems out of proportion to the apparent injury. You note that although you can palpate a pedal pulse, there is swelling in the foot and ankle, and the skin is cool to the touch. You should suspect which of the following at this time?

• A) Compartment syndrome
• B) Volkmann's ischemic contracture
• C) Crush syndrome
• D) Degloving injury

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Definitions:

Alcohol

A psychoactive substance, commonly found in drinks such as beer, wine, and spirits, that can lead to intoxication and various health effects.

Drug Abuse

The habitual misuse of drugs, leading to negative impacts on one’s health, social, or occupational life.

Partner Violence

Refers to physical, sexual, or emotional abuse by one person in an intimate relationship against the other partner.

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