Extremity Fracture Clinical Pathway — Emergency Department
Discharge Recommendations
- Ibuprofen for pain control
- Remind families if pain is not well controlled they must return to the ED for further evaluation
Injury | Follow-Up Guidance |
---|---|
Stable buckle fractures in Velcro splints |
PCP in 4 weeks |
Toddler fractures (CAM boots or casts) | Ortho in 4 weeks |
All other fractures | Ortho in 1 week |
Type II supracondylar | Discharge Planning for Return to OR |