Before commencing this part of chapter: Compose a list of the injuries to the musculoskeletal system that you think may require emergency treatment Write a list of the questions you need to ask when a...

Before commencing this part of chapter: Compose a list of the injuries to the musculoskeletal system that you think may require emergency treatment Write a list of the questions you need to ask when a patient presents with an acute injury What information helps you to ascertain the type of injury and the correct course of treatment? Add this list to your developing portfolio and on completion of this chapter expand your portfolio with the new disorders you have gained knowledge on and elaborate on how these disorders affect physiological function and how to recognise a patient with them. Think of the advice you would give to a patient presenting with these problems to ensure that they have a quick recovery and can return to normal function rapidly .