Question

Explain, using medical terminology, why you agree or disagree with the diagnosis of fractured clavicle as the reason for the X-ray being requested.

Answer 1

Following are the reasons to agree with the diagnosis of a fractured clavicle:

1. History : The common reason for a fractured clavicle is falling on outstretched hand. Other reasons could be direct blow or trauma to the collar bone, birth injury from passing through the birth canal,

2. Signs and symptoms :

• Pain that increases with shoulder movement
• Swelling
• Tenderness
• Bruising
• A bulge on or near your shoulder
• A grinding or crackling sound when you try to move your shoulder
• Stiffness or inability to move your shoulder
• Newborn children will often not move their arm for several days following a birth-related collarbone fracture.