Common Upper and Lower Extremity Injuries and How to Manage in the ED

Objectives for Common Upper and Lower Extremity Injuries and How to Manage in the ED: 

• Identify common orthopedic injuries that may present to the ED.
• Understand the appropriate radiographic studies that need ordered and interpreted.
• Discuss techniques that may aid in reducing certain fractures and dislocations.
• Understand how to properly splint/immobilize the injured extremity.

**This speaker has no conflicts to disclose within the content of this educational activity**

The Iowa Osteopathic Medical Association is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians and designates this program for a maximum of 1 AOA Category 1-A credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in this activity.

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