Talk to the Hand (Live)-Handout: Talk to the Hand

Handout: Talk to the Hand

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The document "Talk to the Hand" is an educational activity prepared by the Trauma Center Association of America (TCAA), spearheaded by Michael Trelow, CSTR, CAISS, Director of Trauma Quality at Brundage Group. This activity, approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing for 1.0 contact hours, covers multiple facets of trauma care specific to hand injuries and their management.<br /><br />**Educational Content Overview:**<br />1. **Root Operation Definitions:** This section discusses medical procedures involved in the removal or elimination of body parts (e.g., excision, resection, detachment) and those involving insertion, repositioning, or relocation of living body parts (e.g., transplantation, reattachment).<br /><br />2. **Hand Anatomy and Injuries:** Detailed descriptions and classifications of common hand fractures (e.g., Scaphoid, Bennett’s, Boxer’s fractures), along with their anatomical context (bones, vascular supply, nerves, tendons, and ligaments).<br /><br />3. **Coding of Hand Injuries:** Instructions are provided for correctly coding various hand injuries, such as amputations and fractures, and subsequent medical procedures using specific medical codes. The importance of documenting any nerve, tendon, ligament repair, and skin grafts is emphasized.<br /><br />4. **Diagnostic and Treatment Strategies:** The material includes clinical steps like obtaining an arteriogram for vascular concerns and scenarios in which surgical intervention is prioritized.<br /><br />5. **Poll Questions:** Interactive elements such as polling questions test the knowledge of participants on diagnostic approaches and injury coding.<br /><br />**Disclosures and Policies:**<br />- Presenters and planners have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />- Opinions expressed are those of the faculty and not endorsed by TCAA. The information provided should support but not replace clinical judgment.<br /><br />The document underscores the importance of maintaining TCAA security and confidentiality policies throughout the educational activity. It concludes with contact information for Michael Trelow for further inquiries.

Keywords

Trauma Center Association of America

Michael Trelow

hand injuries

root operation definitions

hand anatomy

hand fractures

injury coding

diagnostic strategies

treatment strategies

educational activity