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Module 6: Musculoskeletal Injuries

Segment 7: Muscle Compartment Syndrome

  • Peripheral neurovascular assessment (pain, color, cap refill, pulse ox waveform, temperature, etc.)
  • Ankle-brachial index measurement
  • Doppler pulse assessment
  • Measuring muscle compartment pressure
  • Care of the patient who requires fasciotomy
  • Electrocautery safety
  • Negative pressure wound therapy