what are some things to consider when checking injuries on kids
does the MOI match the fracture on the image
how old is the patient and are they mobile
how old is the fracture
what are some red flag fractures
rib fractured and metaphyseal corner fractures
who might refer a child for a skeletal survey
a peadiatric consultant
what is the process of a full SKA for SPA
first initial xrays - 25 xrays of skull, spine ribs and limbs to detect any fractures of different ages, occult fractures, pattersn of abuse
then follow up xrays
- 14 days later
- assess fracture healing #
- 7-11 xrays
- if patient doesnt attend then contact safeguarding
when would you do a CT head scan
if the child is less than 1 year old or if there is a suspectedd head injury
what are the staffiing requirements for these SKA
2 members of staff must be present and all xrays must be checked by a peadiatric consultant
fully documented
technical requirements
all markers should be in the primary beam
norepeats unless necessary
what guidlines are to be followed for an SKA for SPA
the RCR guidlines
