Pediatric Hand Injuries. Issue 3 (July 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Sullivan, Matthew A.; Cogan, Charles J.; Adkinson, Joshua M.
• Is Part Of: Plastic surgical nursing. Volume 36:Issue 3(2016)
• Publication Date: 2016-07
• Subjects: Surgery, Plastic -- Nursing -- Periodicals; Surgery, Plastic -- Nursing -- United States -- Periodicals; Surgical nursing -- Periodicals; 617.9520231
• DOI: 10.1097/PSN.0000000000000145
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0741-5206

Abstract

Abstract : Pediatric hand injuries are extremely common. Although many hand injuries are adequately managed in the emergency department, some may need evaluation and treatment by a pediatric hand surgeon to ensure a good functional outcome. This article discusses the diagnosis and management of the most common pediatric hand maladies: fingertip injuries/amputation, tendon injuries, and phalangeal and metacarpal fractures. The plastic surgery nurse should be familiar with hand injuries that require intervention to facilitate efficient management and optimal postoperative care.