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NBME Step 2 CK Form 6 Answers

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An 18-month-old boy is brought to the ...
Passive hypersupination of the forearm ๐Ÿ” / ๐Ÿ“บ / ๐ŸŒณ / ๐Ÿ“–
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This kid has nursemaids elbow. Apparently a very simple fix

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  • Presentation most consistent with radial head subluxation, which is where pulling on a young childโ€™s arm causes the radial head to be trapped within the annular ligament
  • Patientโ€™s will classically be holding their arm in an extended and pronated position with no visible deformity of elbow
  • Can be treated by either (1) Hyperpronation of forearm OR (2) Supination of forearm and flexion of elbow
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