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Mr3Hunna

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on: Jul 17, 2018
What is a fracture through the C2 pedicles as a result of extreme hyperextension of the neck?
 
 Jefferson's
  clay shoveler's
  whiplash
  hangman's

Question 2

A patient experiencing a warm flush feeling following the injection of an intravenous contrast media is experiencing:
 
 mild contrast reaction
  moderate contrast reaction
  no reaction at all
  severe contrast reaction


aliotak

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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

hangman's

Rationale: Hangman's fracture is a fracture that extends through the pedicles of C2 and may include subluxation of C2 onto C3.

Answer to Question 2

mild contrast reaction

Rationale: Patients experiencing mild reaction symptoms following injection of iodinated contrast will commonly experience a metallic taste in the mouth, warm/flush feeling, and/or redness to the injection site. The patient should be closely monitored. Most contrast reactions will occur within the first 5 minutes following injection.


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