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Mallet Finger
Absence of a fracture does NOT exclude Mallet finger, the extension function of the DIP
consult: No • Disposition ... : Discharge with ... orthpedic follow-up ... within 1 week ... #MSK
Scapholunate Dissociation
The spacing between all carpal bones should be 1-2 mm, look for the "Terry Thomas"
dislocation) • Disposition ... : Discharge, follow-up ... with orthopedics ... Diagnosis #Management #Orthopedics ... #Sports #MSK
Triquetral Fracture
The triquetrum is the second most commonly fractured carpal bone. Look for the "pooping duck
consult: No • Disposition ... : Discharge with ... orthopedic follow-up ... within 1 week ... #Sports #MSK
Uncertainty Communication Checklist for Patient Discharge

Introduction
1. Explain to the patient that they are being discharged
2. Ask
Uncertainty Communication ... Checklist for Patient ... 1. ... Communication #Checklist ... #Disposition
BENNETT FRACTURE 
Bennett fracture is an intraarticular two-part fracture of the ulnar side of the base
consult: No, if <1 ... displacement • Disposition ... : Discharge home ... with close orthopedic ... #MSK
Scaphoid Fractures
The scaphoid is the most commonly fractured carpal bone. Remember, if a fracture is suspected
dissociation) • Disposition ... : Discharge — if ... follow-up with Orthopedics ... within 1 week; ... #Sports #MSK
Interphalangeal Joint Dislocation
Interphalangeal joint dislocations almost always occur dorsally, look for associated avulsion fractures! Here's a
unstable) • Disposition ... : Discharge with ... orthopedic follow-up ... within 1 week ... #MSK