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Bottom Line Recommendations: Fractures

  • 2025
  • Kathy Boutis

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    The document provides guidelines for diagnosing and managing fractures in children. It describes how to manage pain, assess injuries, and use x-rays for diagnosis. It highlights the importance of checking for signs of child maltreatment. The text outlines different types of fractures and when to seek urgent care or follow-up. Discharge instructions include using ibuprofen for pain relief and guidance on home care after a fracture. The recommendations are based on expert advice but encourage healthcare professionals to use their judgment considering context and resources available.

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