Motor Vehicle Accident

Olivia reports progressive lower-extremity weakness and decreased exercise tolerance. Examination reveals a resting heart rate of 104 bpm, a fine hand tremor, brisk deep tendon reflexes, and mild proximal muscle weakness. She also reports recent unintentional weight loss despite ...  Show more

Jason is referred to physical therapy for gradually progressive bilateral hand pain and stiffness. The patient reports that the hands feel stiff for approximately 15 minutes after waking and becomes increasingly painful after prolonged gripping and household activities. Examinati ...  Show more

A 52-year-old female with renal failure has perioral numbness, paresthesias of the hands and feet, and muscle cramps. What metabolic findings might we expect? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media BoardVitals (Save 15% by using the promo code BOARDROUNDS.) 

In this lesson, you will hear an EMT respond at the scene of a car accident. Listen as he evaluates the patient’s neurological function and looks for signs of injury. See if you can pick out the verb “to press” while he examines the patient for injury. We will review this at the ...  Show more

A comatose 35-year-old man is admitted to the hospital after being involved in a motorcycle collision 

Cervical spine injuries result primarily from car accidents, falls, and sports activities (such as rugby or diving into shallow water). They can occur in young and old, and can cause considerable complications - from chronic pain to medication dependence. So what if anything can ...  Show more