WEEK 2 discussion
What is the cause of pain and swelling?
Week 2: Discussion: J.L.
The initial post must include responses to all the questions in this discussion.
JL, a 50-year-old woman, was camping with her 3 children and spouse, fell and broke
the left tibia at the ankle. She is in the emergency department, waiting for the fracture to
be immobilized. The leg hurts and she note that the ankle is swelling. A diagnosis of a
simple fracture and sprain (damage to ligaments) is made.
Discussion Questions
- What is the cause of pain and swelling? What can JL expect in the days to come
as inflammation resolves and healing begins? - What is the rationale for immobilizing the fractured bone?
JL’s son Matt, age 10 years, has a runny nose and itchy eyes and is irritable. The
camping tent was set up in a grassy field, and the boys played several games on the
field. Matt is also seen by a health care provider and a diagnosis of allergy to pollen is
made.
Explain the rationale for each of Matt’s symptoms. - Identify the type of immune response involved.
- Discuss what Matt can expect in the future.
Answer preview what is the cause of pain and swelling?
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