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Spring decorating ideas for your home
Spring is now. The days are getting longer and you want to change your home space, from clothing to furnishing.
Here's how to let spring get into your house in 3 simple tips:
CHOOSE THE COLOR PALETTE
Before start decorating your house, define the color palette you want to show off.
Pastel shades feeling spring immediately, choose one or two, three at most. Lilac, beige and clay are all perfect combinations.
If you want to take advantage of the beautiful season's coming to renew your house color, you can paint the walls, but without "dirtying" too much.
FABRICS AND ACCESSORIES
By furnishing fabrics you can give a fresh touch to each room, just change the curtains and cushions of your living room to have a totally different space.
In the bedroom you can indulge yourself with bedspreads, from floral to classic white, maybe with a sangallo embroidery.
Choose candles, room perfumers with seasonal fragrances like rose for an extra touch.
FINAL TOUCH: PLANTS
Plants cannot be missed to decorate your home in spring time, adding a touch of color and balance.
Strategic positions for these green elements are certainly the entrance, the living room and, if you have the possibility, even the corridors.


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The wait is over. From this Friday the episodes of the first volume of the fifth season of The Money Heist. The Spanish series reached Netflix with the first five episodes of what will be the last installment of the show. Since 2017, it is one of the most viewed productions in the platform’s catalog, which managed to impose its wardrobe and there is practically no one who does not recognize it.
If you ever wondered what is the origin of the wardrobe of The Money Heist, His answer was given by some of those responsible for the series, among which were his director of photography, Migue Amoedo, and the person responsible for interpreting the Teacher, Alvaro Death. The series of Alex Pina characterized his famous thieves with a red jumpsuit and a mask of Salvador Dali. In relation to the latter, not only were there some problems with the artist’s family, but the possibility of using another character to cover their faces was also considered: Don Quixote.
“What this mask represents the most is that spirit of resistance that I think we should all have in the face of any injustice”, assured Death in relation to the figure of Dalí. This idea is similar to the one seen in V for Vendetta, with Hugo Weaving as the main bearer of the mask Guy Fawkes.
To explain the origin of the red overalls, it is necessary to resort to a conference in which some actors from The Money Heist With Migue Amoedo, which was shared by Antenna 3. It was precisely the director of photography who revealed the origin of color: “We discovered in Vis a Vis that yellow gave a very strong visual identity. We wanted to keep that “. Thus, he pointed out that the person responsible for choosing the color red gue Alex Pina. “We work on a range that strengthens the red. In this case we start from the dressing room “, he pointed coin. Along these lines, the creator of the series said: “We are always looking for icons. You have to distinguish yourself in some way, you have to have your own identity and DNA “.
The tribute to Quentin Tarantino from La Casa de Papel
Another of the distinctive details of The Money Heist it has to do with the names of the characters. Each of the thieves is recognized by the name of a city in the world, with which, in addition, they have some kind of connection. This decision was not random but involved a tribute to Quentin Tarantino.
The Spanish series is inspired by the first film of Tarantino, Reservoir Dogs, where the diamond thieves were each given a color as a nickname to keep their true identities secret. In the case of the production of Alex Pina, the original idea was for criminals to use planet names but someone showed up with a shirt that said “Such”.
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Promotes deep breathing and aids with lung clearing. Ingredients: Organic alcohol infused with Osha, Nettle, Thyme. These remedies are a blending of herbs that work together towards health in the body. They are each aimed towards a specific healing avenue, but may also serve other organ systems. The label states basic use and dosage. Each is a blend of organic herbs and organic high proof alcohol.
Note: Being an Herbalist involves studying and working with plants for many years (you never stop learning!). The maker of Chicken Coop Botanicals has worked with people and animals over 25 years in many facets of plant sharing. Since beginning this company in 2013 she has been fully dedicated to deepening all our experiences with the plants. She encourages you to research ingredients and please know your body and what is right for you before putting anything unfamiliar into it. The information presented on this website is for your knowledge only. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent a condition or disease. If you are in acute pain or are taking allopathic medications seek advise from your medical professional before taking herbs into your body.

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This holiday home Bunderbos is located on a bungalow park near Ommen in Overijssel. The bungalow is nicely furnished and is a good base for a lovely stay in Overijssel. The holiday home is nicely protected on the edge of the forest. On a warm summer's day you can cool off in the open air swimming pool on the park, but also the area offers many options for a nice day out. Visit the zoo at Emmen, pony park Slagharen or adventure park Hellendoorn. Nature lovers will never be bored here. Hiking and cycling excursions are plentiful. Walk through the Beerze nature area, a rolling heath terrain with sand drifts and dunes, or take a cycling excursion along the Vecht. Come to the Bunderbos and enjoy a wonderful stay in Overijssel.
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No foot dragging on chopper deal: Tewari
New Delhi: Information and Broadcasting Minister Manish Tewari Thursday slammed the BJP for comparing the VVIP chopper deal with the Bofors scam, and said the government has not been hesitant in taking action.
"The chopper deal process was initiated during the NDA government and culminated under the UPA government. Certain issues have come out about the deal. The government has addressed them by ordering a CBI inquiry," Tewari told journalists at the Indian Women`s Press Corps.
"There has been no foot dragging on the issue," he said.
The minister also slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for comparing the deal with the Bofors scam.
"It`s extremely dangerous to draw parallel to some other investigation. In February 2004, the court quashed Bofors charges (but) the BJP-led government at that time did not even file a petition challenging it. Rather than being sensational, let the investigation play it out," he said.
BJP leader Ravishankar Prasad Wednesday said the chopper deal was a "Bofors in making".
The defence ministry has ordered a CBI probe into the $750 million deal for 12 VVIP AgustaWestland helicopters, following the arrest in Italy of its manufacturer Finmeccanica`s chief on charges of graft in the contract.
In the Bofors scam that broke out in the late 1980s, several Congress leaders were accused of receiving kickbacks from Swedish firm Bofors AB for a bid to supply India 155-mm field howitzers.
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I have long been a Lisa Gerrard fan and Stefano Guzzetti appeared on my radar over on Bandcamp a while back. I had no idea that they had created a track together. It’s a slow dirge of strings and Lisa’s iconic voice cutting through in a ceremonious way. It showcases more of Lisa’s lower register as the strings swell, which is a nice and unusual touch.
The track, called “Illuminate” can be enjoyed below and is taken from the album “Escape”, due out later this year from Stefano.


Pressure relief valves are an essential component of many industrial systems and are responsible for ensuring that the pressure within these systems remains within safe limits. To ensure that pressure relief valves are functioning correctly, they must be regularly tested, and this is where pressure calibration hand pumps come in. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how pressure calibration hand pumps can be used to test pressure relief valves, the benefits of using this method, and some tips to get the most out of your tests.
How Pressure Calibration Hand Pumps Work
Pressure calibration hand pumps are manual pumps that are used to generate a precise and controlled pressure in a system. The pumps work by using a hand-operated lever to create pressure within a closed system, which can then be used to test pressure relief valves. The pumps can be adjusted to generate a range of pressures, making them an ideal tool for testing pressure relief valves.
Benefits of Using Pressure Calibration Hand Pumps for Testing Pressure Relief Valves
There are several benefits to using pressure calibration hand pumps for testing pressure relief valves:
Precise and Repeatable Tests: Pressure calibration hand pumps are designed to generate precise and repeatable pressure readings, which is essential for accurate testing of pressure relief valves.
Portable and Easy to Use: Pressure calibration hand pumps are small and portable, making them easy to use in a variety of locations. They are also simple to operate, making them a convenient tool for testing pressure relief valves.
Cost-Effective: Compared to other methods of testing pressure relief valves, such as using an air compressor, pressure calibration hand pumps are a cost-effective solution.
Safe: Pressure calibration hand pumps are a safe option for testing pressure relief valves as they do not generate high pressures that could pose a risk to personnel or equipment.
Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Tests
To get the most out of your tests using pressure calibration hand pumps, consider the following tips:
Use a High-Quality Pressure Calibration Hand Pump: Investing in a high-quality pressure calibration hand pump will ensure accurate and repeatable results.
Follow the Manufacturer’s Recommendations: Always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for using your pressure calibration hand pump to ensure accurate results.
Record Results: Keeping a record of your test results is important for monitoring the performance of your pressure relief valves over time.
Pressure calibration hand pumps are a convenient and cost-effective solution for testing pressure relief valves. By using these pumps, small businesses and industrial facilities can ensure that their pressure relief valves are functioning correctly and keeping their systems safe. Investing in a high-quality pressure calibration hand pump and following best practices for testing will help you get the most out of your tests.


Business Process Analysis (BPA) is a method to analyze business operations processes. It's a comprehensive analysis that involves multiple steps of each processing element to discover what's good in your current system, what can be improved, and how the necessary changes are best implemented. There are various ways to analyze business processes. However, they all believe that optimized systems produce greater overall business results.
The most common outcomes expected from BPA include cost reductions, increased revenue, and greater engagement with your business.
For instance, you could use BPA to study customer engagement and determine where there are downturns, blocks, and unexpectedly low conversions. Business process analysis could help you determine what aspects of your policies or operations result in low employee satisfaction.
There could be confusion regarding the distinction between business process analysis (BPA) and business analysis (BA). Both are closely related to business process management, but they are different. BPA concentrates specifically on process analysis as well as the business model. BA, however, is applied to the larger business operations environment. BA studies various areas, like financial forecasting, cost analysis, budget hiring, cuts, and.
The most important advantage of Business Process Analysis (BPA) is the optimization of everyday functionality across your business operations that aligns with your business objectives and decisions.
Improve the efficiency of processes already in place: BPA increases product time-to-value. It also reduces the length of the operational cycle of processes such as employee onboarding and patient or customer in-take processes.
Find out about the capacity issues: In any procedure, resources are limitless. BPA will identify the point at which capacity limits are placed, how it impacts the process and ways to increase it.
This is an important aspect to take into consideration when expanding. Digital platforms and tools you currently utilize may hinder your current organizational requirements and workflows. BPA can assist you in identifying modifications you'll need to implement specifically designed to support the growth of your business.
Clear up rules and policies as organizations shift to more remote working and the increasing use of digital devices. There is often a misalignment in the areas of security and device use. This analysis could reveal the best way to speed up IT approval processes and uniformity in security policy enforcement.
Improve your practices for governance. Risk management is a growing top priority for businesses. Compliance is an expensive endeavor for businesses to keep in check, and even more expensive to deal with any issues. Business process analysis can help identify the areas where compliance strategies have been shaky. For example, your business could not comply with the amount of time you conduct audits security measures. BPA could put in an improvement plan that considers resources and compliance requirements to ensure that the process is implemented and maintained.


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The "Honest Trailer" for The Avengers. In their words: "We loved 'The Avengers'... but you guys demanded this one! From God of the Nerds Joss Whedon, comes our honest commentary on Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Hulk and the rest of that bluetooth obsessed government agency."
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Heat broiler. Coat broiler-pan rack with nonstick cooking spray. Soak twenty 6-inch bamboo skewers in warm water for 20 minutes. Combine maple syrup and barbecue sauce. Set aside.
Cut bacon in half crosswise. In batches, cook bacon in skillet over medium heat about 3 minutes per side lightly cooked but still flexible. Transfer to paper-towel lined-plate; let stand until cool enough to handle. Cut onion into wedges; separate pieces. Place 20 pieces on a plate; microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds.
Cut chicken into 20 pieces, about 1 inch each. Wrap cooked bacon piece around chicken. Thread 1 slice onion onto skewer, then bacon-wrapped chicken, then pineapple chunk. Repeat, filling all skewers. Divide maple-bbq sauce in half. Brush skewers with half the sauce.
Broil skewers 4 inches from heat for 4 minutes; remove from oven and turn over. Brush with remaining sauce. Broil 4 more minutes. Serve warm.
Note: For ease of preparation, buy peeled pineapple slices in the produce section and cut into 1-inch chunks. Skewers can be cooked several hours in advance; cover in plastic wrap and refrigerate. To serve, heat in microwave until warmed.

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What an absolute hoot of a game! The cooperative colour-matching game of Hoot Owl Hoot! encourages players to work together and develops valuable life skills. Everyone teams up to help the owls fly back to their nest before dawn! Play a colour card and fly to the corresponding spot. Or step closer to daylight if you draw a sun card. The owls all get home safely and everyone wins! No reading required for this game, so even very young players can join in!
The game contains 1 game board, 6 owl tokens, 1 sun token and 50 colour and sun cards. Ideal for 2 to 4 players. Playing time of 15 minutes.
Box size : 32cm x 23cm x 4cm
Age : 4 years +
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We have been trying to stay away from gluten as much as possible but sometimes you just have to cheat. Today is one of those days. Besides, I happened to have some Pillsbury Pie Crust in the freezer that needed to be used up. This is the refrigerator crust version, but I bought it on sale a while back and popped it in the freezer. I figure as long as I don’t eat the entire thing I am probably OK. Even if I wake up tomorrow in pain (fibromyalgia, RA) it will still have been worth it.
Easy Hamburger Pot Pie
- 2 lbs hamburger (preferably natural)
- 1 lb frozen vegetables (I used carrots, cauliflower, & broccoli)
- 2 cups of hamburger or roast beef gravy
- frozen, refrigerator, or homemade pie crust
- 1 tbsp oil
Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees. Cook hamburger in a skillet and add vegetables when done. Cook for about 10 minutes, then add gravy mixture and cook until hot. Choose whatever size pan will fit the pie crust and coat with a little olive oil or other oil to prevent sticking. I used a 7″ x 11″ x 2″ pan and it worked perfect. Press the pie crust into the pan and poke the bottom a few times with a fork. Pour the hamburger mixture onto the crust and then place second crust on top. Add a few slits in the crust and place in the oven. Bake at 425 degrees for 40 to 45 minutes.
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NFF President David Crombie added: “We’ve heard ad nauseam from those scientists convinced that climate change will ruin us all and, seemingly, hell-bent on making grim doomsday predictions. But we’ve heard precious little from those experts for whom the jury is still out, or, in the case of Professor Plimer, say their research shows extreme climate change predictions are over-stated.
“Now, before I’m carted to a stake for public torching, I’m not saying Professor Plimer is right, nor that his colleagues with differing views are wrong. Just that it’s about time we had a balanced, informed discussion and debate… free from vilification of those who dare to question conventional wisdom.
“We know that not all scientists agree on climate change or the cause and effect theories that underpin it. In his book, Prof Plimer claims that every scientific argument ever used to show that humans change climate is wrong and cites over 2,300 scientific references in support of his claims.
“It’s food for thought. That’s why Prof Plimer will be a key speaker at our upcoming National Congress in Brisbane this June – so Australian farmers, agribusiness leaders, government officials and other delegates can make up their own minds.
“You would be hard pressed to find any organisation that has been more proactive on the need to mitigate the potential risks of climate change than the NFF. We’ve been on the front foot in doing so for all my three years as President.
“But, as Prof Plimer says: “If Government decisions, taxation and emissions trading are to be based on science that is demonstrably wrong, then primary industry in Australia will be destroyed”, then we must consider all possibilities, alternate information and counter-views so we can make informed decisions and choices.
“As farmers, we have no way of knowing who is right, wrong or kind-of-in-the-ballpark on the scientific research and the judgements therein, but no-one was ever hurt by being exposed to all the facts on any given topic. Rigour underpins getting the science right… Prof Plimer is part of the mix.”
More information the NFF’s 2009 National Congress, including all speakers and topics, is available from the National Congress website at: http://congress.nff.org.au.

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INDIANAPOLIS – Within days of Attorney General Eric Holder’s announcement of a new clemency program for drug offenders, Monica Foster started getting letters and calls for help.
Foster, the chief federal public defender in the Southern District of Indiana, assembled a team to vet a wave of requests from inmates in the prison in Terre Haute and elsewhere.
“We expect to be deluged,” Foster said of the initiative, which has given hope to inmates sent to prison under tough federal drug laws.
One attorney already has assembled a list of 300 inmates who may qualify for clemency under criteria issued by the U.S. Justice Department. And the team has started to dig into the case of a 46-year-old prisoner who’s been behind bars since he was 19 and caught selling crack cocaine.
Foster and her staff welcome the work.
“This is a huge milestone in justice,” she said. “I’ve been practicing law for 33 years, and before this attorney general, all we heard was ‘tough on crime, tough on crime, tough on crime.’”
In late April, Holder announced the Justice Department is significantly expanding the criteria it uses to consider when to recommend clemency for President Obama’s review.
The push is part of the Obama administration’s policy to relieve overcrowding in federal prisons through what it calls a “Smart on Crime” initiative.
It also seeks to remedy what Holder has called antiquated and unfair penalties that were locked into federal law in the 1980s, at the height of the nation’s war on drugs.
The new clemency rules are designed for non-violent drug offenders who’ve served at least a decade in prison and who, if sentenced under today’s laws, would qualify for a lower sentence.
The program especially targets those sent to prison under mandatory crack-cocaine penalties rolled back by the federal Fair Sentencing Act in 2010. That law aimed to reduce the vast difference in sentencing for convictions for crack and powder cocaine – a gap that disproportionately affected black offenders. But the law wasn’t retroactive.


In this episode of the Smarter Building podcast, we caught up with Robert Kumapley, the Chief of Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) Program at The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey (PANYNJ), on the challenges and advantages of implementing an asset management strategy.
BIM 360 Build | Project Management Overview
It is that time again for another BIM 360 blog, and this time round I thought I would begin expanding the scope to the other modules available in the Autodesk BIM 360 stable. For this part of the BIM 360 blog series, I have decided to focus on the project management features which are available in Autodesk BIM 360 Build and can be activated from the project admin console.
Fig.1 Service Activation
As a note here, there is an updated interface when activating services on new projects.
Fig.2 Service Activation (updated interface)
Once activated, this module provides 3 functions: RFIs, Submittals, and Meetings. The first 2 require some configuration prior to use.
Configuration of the RFI features involves selecting the desired workflow: there are 2 available here, and single reviewer role or 2 reviewer roles, the default being the simpler workflow.
Fig.3 RFI Workflows
You must then assign the 3 workflow roles (Creator, Manager, Reviewer). Multiple selections are available for assigning all workflow roles, since each RFI must be assigned as it is created. This assignee is selected from a list driven by the workflow role assignments, so giving the Manager workflow role to the main contractor company will generate a list of all project members belonging to that company during the creation of an RFI.
Once configured, project members can create RFIs and send them for review, via the manager role. The following steps represent those possible with the single reviewer workflow.
Fig.4 RFI CreationFig.4 RFI Creation
Figure 4 shows the RFI creation dialogue, with the “Assign to” flagged as mandatory (the red asterisk). This will set the manager of this RFI and send an email notification alerting them to action the RFI. There is an option to include co-reviewers, who will be able add their responses into the comments field. These can then be added into the official response by the reviewer.
Fig.5 Submitting RFI Official Response
Once the Official answer has been submitted the RFI can either be closed and distributed, or returned to the reviewer, as required.
Fig.6 Answered RFI Options
RFI reports can be exported to either .csv or .pdf formats. Additionally, reports can be scheduled using the Insight module, for both summary and detailed reports.
Moving onto Submittals and the only admin duty here is to define the manager role, who will have permissions to submit items for review and close them. These can be defined as individuals or roles (for example, project manager). In terms of configuration, a list of specification sections (and relevant sub-sections) is required, to assign each item to as it is created. They can also be created along with the individual submittal items. In common with many of the modules within Autodesk BIM 360, there is the option to import submittal items from a spreadsheet, and a template is provided for download.
Fig.7 Autodesk BIM 360 Submittals Module
Individual creation of items is managed through a standard BIM 360 form, with key mandatory fields indicated with a red asterisk, along with many optional fields to help with the tasks of managing and tracking each submittal item.
Fig.8 Submittal Item Creation
Once items have been created, along with their attachments, the submittal manager will assign them to the responsible contractor. Items can then be either accepted and closed or returned for additional information or documentation. At each stage, the next step is highlighted in a banner when viewing the submittal item.
Fig.9 Submittal Items
While reviewing submittal items there are several standard responses to select from. From the documentation, they are:
Fig.10 Standard Responses
Where an item is flagged as “Rejected” or “Revise and Resubmit” the workflow is to return this item to the manager. Selecting the item will now give the option of creating a new revision.
Fig.11 Submittal Item Revisions
And so finally to the Meetings section of the BIM 360 project management module. In a nutshell, this section allows meetings to be scheduled, invites to be sent, agendas to be set, issues created, and minutes to be maintained. As you create and schedule a meeting, you build the agenda, adding topic sections and items, and define the attendance list.
Fig.12 Meeting Management
Existing issues and RFIs can be included for discussion and assigned to attendees during the meeting. Additional notes and comments can be captured during the meeting, and the agenda locked and set as meeting minutes at the close. Follow-up meetings can also be created and will populate the agenda automatically which ca then be modified as required). Finally, the agenda and minutes can be exported to PDF.
Fig.13 Meetings Workflow
The feature takes a little getting used to, but I believe it is worth the effort.
Please contact us on 0345 370 1444 or email firstname.lastname@example.org if you would like to know anything further about the Autodesk's BIM 360 stable of products.
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The movie will be launched through the firm’s Premier Access operate, which suggests Disney+ subscribers will should pay an additional payment of $29.99 to look at it.
Marvel, nonetheless, is the greatest blockbuster studio in Hollywood, and Disney is experimenting with an alternate distribution technique throughout the pandemic.
It cannot be overstated how important transfer like that is for Disney. Marvel is just not solely the greatest blockbuster studio in Hollywood, it is tied to the cinematic expertise with lots of its movies performing like communal occasions — to not point out, record-breaking field workplace windfalls.
Marvel is also the greatest franchise Disney has, and now the firm is giving audiences the selection on the place they need to watch it. This would have been inconceivable simply final 12 months, and it underscores the significance of streaming to Disney’s media empire.
“Today’s announcement reflects our focus on providing consumer choice and serving the evolving preferences of audiences,” Kareem Daniel, chairman of Disney media and leisure distribution, mentioned in a press release on Tuesday.
Daniel added that the firm will “continue to employ the best options” to ship Disney’s tales in a “dynamic marketplace that is beginning to recover from the global pandemic.”
This is not Disney’s first go in releasing movies digitally.
The firm has launched different movies through Disney+’s Premier Access, similar to final 12 months’s live-action “Mulan” and the animated movie “Raya and the Last Dragon.” But they weren’t on the scale of a Marvel movie.
“Cruella,” a stay motion movie about the “101 Dalmatians” villain starring Emma Stone, will be launched on May 28 each in theaters and on Disney+ for $29.99.
And Pixar’s animated movie “Luca” will be debut solely on Disney+ on June 18 at no further cost.
For the theaters, the information is combined. Losing exclusivity to a Marvel movie is a blow to theaters’ backside strains particularly after they want large motion pictures to lure moviegoers again. But “Black Widow” is not skipping theaters fully.
If the vaccine roll out continues to maneuver in the proper path it might improve shopper confidence and encourage audiences to return to theaters. That, in flip, might imply strong numbers for the movie on condition that Marvel is the most dependable driver of field workplace numbers round.
In different phrases, if Disney actually believed that film theaters had nothing to supply, we would all be watching “Black Widow” solely on Disney+ this summer season.


Extron and Lutron Working Together to Integrate AV and Lighting Control for the Modern Workspace
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Anaheim, California (August 31, 2020) - Extron is pleased to announce our partnership with Lutron, the leader in lighting controls and automated shading solutions. Working together, we are combining Extron control capabilities with the Lutron Vive Wireless lighting control solution for today’s smart-building projects.
Facility managers and AV professionals will appreciate the simple installation and setup – they can use the same Vive hub they have installed for lighting control flexibility, and simply add an Extron control processor and a touchpanel – or vice versa. A simple press on the Extron touchscreen allows you to adjust your light level and interact with other AV equipment in the room, enhancing the experience and versatility of lecture halls, conference rooms, and meeting spaces.
“At Lutron we are committed to simplifying smart-building control and elevating the lighting experience for the specifiers and installers, as well as for the people in the space,” said Matt Ochs, Sr. Director Mid-Market Business, Lutron Electronics. “We are excited to work with Extron – a leader in A/V Technology – to bring Vive Wireless lighting control together with touchpanel and A/V integration through the simplicity of a web-based API.”
“We are very excited to offer our customers all the advantages of the Lutron Vive Wireless solution using the simplicity of our Extron control system products. By working with Lutron – the world leader in smart lighting control – we know that our customers are getting a truly reliable, integrated experience,” says Casey Hall, Vice President of Worldwide Sales and Marketing for Extron.
With the integration of Vive and Extron touchpanels you can access even more smart features. The Vive Wireless system can provide information to the Extron control system, such as occupancy data, to indicate real-time meeting space availability and status.
Designing the touchpanel control is simple. The Extron control processor sends commands to the Vive Wireless hub via web-based API. The Vive Wireless hub then communicates to Vive Wireless load controls to ensure a responsive lighting control experience as part of the complete smart-building solution.
To learn more, click here.
About Lutron Electronics
Founded in 1961, Lutron Electronics is headquartered in Coopersburg, Pennsylvania. From dimmers for the home, to lighting management systems for entire buildings, the company offers more than 15,000 energy-saving products, sold in more than 100 countries. In the US alone, Lutron products save an estimated 10 billion kWh of electricity, or approximately $1 billion in utility costs per year. The company’s early inventions— including the first solid-state electronic dimmer invented by Lutron’s founder, Joel Spira—are now at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History in Washington, DC.


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Hello wanderer! You’ve reached the online presence of a Masonic Lodge! Not just any Masonic Lodge but Saint Petersburg Lodge 139, the metaphysical mother lodge of the Saint Petersburg, Florida area. Saint Pete 139 is the Genesis of Freemasonry in our part of the County and she is as old as the beautiful city of Saint Petersburg herself! We were chartered in 1894 by a band of cowboy philosophers looking to leave the world a better place than when they came into it, and that is just the beginning of our story. Our destiny as Freemasons is to be the builders of society, temporally as The Ancient Craft has been in the past as well as speculatively and philosophically. The roots of Freemasonry stretch back tens of thousands of years, before the Cowboys of the wild west, before the founding of The United States of America, before the Knights Templar of the high medieval ages… all the way back through time to the building of King Solomon’s Temple. In those ancient times Freemasons were “Operative”, meaning that we actually constructed the great structures and wonders of the world. Freemasons were master builders that had unlocked the secrets of mathematics, geometry, trigonometry and early physics pertaining to the materials with which they built the great temples, cathedrals and castle of the world. This secret knowledge served The Craft well in its trade for centuries, and as the demand for the skills of the Freemasons grew, so did their knowledge. As Masons journeyed out across the known world to build their great works, they encountered other aspects of ancient mystery schools and preserved those various flavors of knowledge and wisdom within their own rituals and ceremonies.
As time passed the Freemasons had spread all over the known world creating a network of Masonic Lodges with skilled craftsmen who supplied much of the construction and building development wherever western influence was present. During the crusades, Freemasons built the castles and fortifications of Kings and Princes as well as those of the Knights Templar. Freemasonry and the Knights Templar were closely associated as everywhere the Templar went, the Freemasons also went, building their castles and fortifications. When Pope Innocent II issued the famous Papal Bull, “Omne Datum Optimum” he gave the Knights Templar special powers to be exempt from local laws, exempt from paying taxes and exempt from travel and passport restrictions. It is no coincidence that the same Papal Bull also granted these special rights and privileges to The Freemasons as well. Now fast-forward to 1776 where Worshipful Master George Washington, Most Worshipful Grand Master Benjamin Franklin, and Brother John Hancock decided to set up a little country you might know as the United States of America. In total, nine signers of the declaration of independence were Freemasons. They are as follows:
Brother Benjamin Franklin, Grand Master of Pennsylvania, 1734
Brother William Ellery, First Lodge of Boston, 1748
Brother John Hancock, Merchants Lodge No. 277 (Quebec) affiliated with Saint Andrew’s Lodge in Boston, 1762
Brother Joseph Hewes, Unanimity Lodge No. 7 (Edenton, N. C.)
Brother William Hooper, Hanover Lodge (Masonborough, N. C.)
Brother Robert Treat Paine, (Massachusetts Grand Lodge)
Brother Richard Stockton, (Charter Master of St. John’s Lodge in Princeton, New Jersey, 1765)
Brother George Walton, Solomon’s Lodge No. 1, (Savannah, GA)
Brother William Whipple, St. John’s Lodge, Portsmouth NH 1752
Worshipful Master and Commander in Chief of the Continental Army George Washington was not present to sign the declaration of independence because he was a bit busy at the time preparing to defend Manhattan and New York against Major General Sir Knight Henry Clinton. Many more founding fathers were also famous Freemasons but they are too numerous to list here. Now if we continue on our journey forward through time we find Brothers James Bonham, James Bowie, David Crockett, Almaron Dickenson and William Barrett Travis caught up in the famous battle of The Alamo! On March 6, 1836, one hundred and eighty-seven men under the command of Brother Travis were defeated by several thousand Mexican soldiers lead by Brother and Mexican General Santa Anna (who was also a Freemason). On July 4, 1976, the Grand Lodge of Texas placed a bronze marker at the Alamo, honoring the Masons who died there. During the following battle of San Jacinto, American forces led by Brother General Sam Houston defeated Brother General Santa Anna in a swift and decisive battle which lasted only 18 minutes. Brother General Santa Anna who was also the President of Mexico was captured the following day under strict orders from General Houston to bring him in alive. It is said that Brother Santa Anna upon being brought before General Houston in fear of his life gave the masonic sign of distress. In the end General Santa Anna was kept alive and three weeks later signed a peace treaty that dictated that the Mexican army retreat, paving the way for the Republic of Texas to become an independent country.
Have you enjoyed our Masonic Journey through time so far? Good, and now that you know a little about Freemasonry’s impact on history, let’s get back to the history of St. Pete Lodge 139. It all began back in 1893 when we were just a “U.D.” Lodge petitioning the Grand Lodge of Florida for a charter. We were one of five Lodges chartered in January 1894 under Most Worshipful Marcus Endel, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Florida. We were chartered with nine founding members made up from the most important and influential people in Saint Petersburg at the time. The charter officers were as follows:
Brother W. W. Coleman, Worshipful Master, a hotel owner.
Brother H. W. Hibbs, Senior Warden, owner of the first wholesale fish house.
Brother J . C. Williams, Jr., Junior Warden, owner of Crystal Ice Company (with his brother). Brother Williams also owned the hardware store and was a land developer.
Brother G. L. King, Treasurer, owner of the first saw mill (Which cut and crafted the very lumber that Saint Petersburg was originally made from!)
Brother James Henry, Secretary.
Freemasons are “Traveling Men” always seeking light and knowledge. As the famous writer and philosopher J.R.R. Tolkien once wrote, “All that is gold does not glitter, Not all those who wander are lost; The old that is strong does not wither, Deep roots are not reached by the frost”. If you “wander” in this life but wish to become a “Traveler” instead of merely a “wanderer” then we encourage you to consider becoming a Freemason. Travelers seek the light and have a purpose, a moral compass and a direction. We Freemasons are a global Brotherhood of Noble and good men. We are an ancient order whose goal is to shape and build society for the betterment of all mankind. We are the keepers of knowledge, wisdom and light, and we embrace men young and old who are the seekers of these precious jewels. If you are interested learning more about Freemasonry please check out our “Masonic History Page”. If you want to know what it takes to become a Freemason, please take a look at our “How to Become a Freemason Page” in the drop down menu, under “About 139”.
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Flashcards in Fractures Deck (246)
What are the features of a fracture?
loss of function
abnormal movement or positioning
What is the metaphysis?
the ossified portion of bone in a transitional one between the epiphysis and the diaphysis- should always have a smoothly curved cortex
What is an apophysis?
bony outgrowth independent of a centre of ossification
What is fracture disease?
muscle atrophy; stiff joints and osteoporosis
What are the indications for ORIF?
failed conservative Rx; 2 #s in 1 limb; bilateral indentical #s; intra-articular #s; open #s
When might external fixation be used?
burns; loss of skin and bone or open #
What are the 7 A's of open #s?
assessment- neurovascular and soft tissues
antisepsis- swab wound and irrigate
antibiotics- ceftriaxone +/- metronidazole
What is the mnemonic for Salter-Harris #s?
What are the immediate complications of fractures?
vessel injury (limb ischaemia)
What ar teh later local complications of fractures?
non or delayed union
What are the lateral geeneral complications of #s?
venous or fat embolism; PE; pneumonia; renal stones
What are the signs of a fat embolism?
confusion; dyspneoa; increased pulse' decrased PaO2; fits; coma; increased Temp; petechial rash
What prevents fat embolism?
early fixation of #s
What is the viscious cycle of compartment syndrome?
pressure--vascular occlusion-- hypoxia-- necrosis-- increased pressure
What are the signs of compartment syndrome?
erythema; mottling; blisters; swelling; pain on passive stretching
What are hte late complications of #s?
failure of fixation
joint stiffness, contracture or malalignment
What is non-union defined as?
no evidence of progression towards healing
What causes non-unions?
abnormal biology eg infection; blood supply or mechanics
What is delayed union?
when a # has not healed within the time expected for THAT #
What are hte causes of delayed union?
# in a bone that has finished growing
poor blood supply or avascular fragment
comminuted/ infected #s
generalised sieases eg malignancy or infection
distraction of bone ends by muscel- ORIF prevents
What are the two types of CRPS?
type 1- no nerve injury
type 2- if nerve lesions are present
What are the signs of CRPS?
only local sign (no systenic)- pain (burning); allodynia; vasomotor instability; abnormal sweating
Where a # clavicle most common?
What is the management of a fractured clavicle?
broad arm sling with x-rays at 6 weeks
What are the potential neurovascular injuries with a clavicle# ?
brachial plexus; sublcavlisn vessels
What other complication can you get with clavicle #?
How do AC dislocations commonly happen?
fall onto the point of hte hsoulder
What are the signs of AC dislocation?
tender prominence over ACJ; adduction of arm across body is very painful
What is the mx of AC dislocation?
sling support and early mobilisation
Who tends to get #s of proximal humerus?
osteoporotic #s in the elderly after FOOSH
How is a minimally siplaced proximal humeral # treated?
conservative with a sling
How is a persistently displaced proximal humeral # treated?
How is a head splitting or 3/4 part # trated?
What is the most common pattern of a proximal hermal #?
# of surgical neck with medial displacement of humeral shaft due to pectoralis major pull
What neurovascular injury can occur with prox. humeral #?
brachial plexus/ axillary nerve/ artery
How is axillary nerve injury assessed?
loss of sensation in regimental patch area
How a humeral shaft # mostly treated?
splinting with a humeral brace and collar and cuff sling
How should a humeral shaft# in polytrauma be treated?
internal fixation with IM nail, plate or screw
How is non-union with a humeral shaft# treated?
plating and bone graft
what can be injured in a humeral shaft #?
What are the signs of radial nerve injury?
wrist drop and loss of sensation in the 1st dorsal web space
What are the signs of an anterior shoulder dislocation?
loss of shoulder contour; anterior bulge from head of humerus- may be palpated in axilla
What is the mechanism for anterior shoulder dislocations?
excessive external rotation or fall onto back of shoulder
What is the recurrence rate for ant. shoulder dislocations in pts <20?
What is Hamilton's ruler sign?
used for anterior shoulder dislcations- ruler touches both acromion and lateral epicondyle
What is a Bankart lesion?
detachment of anterior glenoid labrum
What is a Hill-Sach's lesion?
impact # of posterior head of humerus from hitting against anterior glenoid
What is the treatment for an anterior shoulder dislocation?
What is the mechanism in a posterior shoulder dislocation?
posterior force on adducted and internally rotated arm
What are the signs of a posterior shoulder dislocation?
limitation of external rotation
What type of xray should be done to assess if there is a posterior shoulder dislocation?
What is seen on a lateral xray with a post. shoudler dislocation?
light bulb sogn
How typically gets supracondylar humeral #s?
What can be injured in a supracondylar #?
brachial artery, median radial or ulnar nerve
How can further injury to the brachial artery be prevented in a supracondylar #?
keep elbow in extension
What is the xray sign in an elbow intra-articular #?
posterior fat pad sign
What is the treatment for an intra-articular elbow#?
ORIF with anatomic reduction and rigid fixation
What is the mechanims for an elbow dislocation?
What is the typically dislocation for the elbow?
What is the management of an uncomplicated elbow dislocation?
closed reduction under sedation
What is the mechanism of olecranon #?
a fall onto the point of the elbow
What is a simple transverse avulsion # of olecranon treated with?
tension band wiring
What muscle is responsible for avulsion in olecranon #?
How is a communicated olecranon # treated?
ORIF with a plate and screws
What is the sign of a radial head #?
elbow is swollen adn tender over the radial head- flexion/extension may be possible but supination/pronantion will not
What is the sign on xray of a radial head #?
posterior fat pad sign
How are undisplaced radial head #s treated?
collar and cuff
How are displaced/fragmented radial head #s treated?
internal fixation or excision of radial head and replacement
What can be injured in radial head #s?
What is the terrible triad?
radial head#; elbow dislocation; coronoid process #
How are elbow epicondyle #s treated?
fixed with screw
How are coronoid #s treated?
ORIF with screw
What is the mnemonic for Galleazzi and Monteggia #s?
What is a Galleazzi #?
radius # wtih distal ulnar dislocation
What is a Monteggia #?
ulnar # with radial dislocation
What is the name for an ulnar shaft #?
How are ulnar shaft #s treated?
Who gets Colles #s?
osteoporotic post-menopausal women who FOOSH
Describe a Colles #?
dorsal angulation and displacement producing a dinner fork wrist deformity
What are hte complications of a Colles #?
median nerve compression; EPL rupture; CRPS; loss of grip strength
How is a stable, minimally displaced Colles# treated?
How is a displaced, simple colles# treated?
How is a displaced, comminuted Colles# treated?
MUA and k-wiring, ORIF
How is a # of both bones of the forearm treated?
ORIF with plates and screws
How is a # of radius and ulna in a child with minimal angulation treated?
Describe a Smith's #?
volarly displaced and angulated # of distal radiu
How does a Smiths # occur?
falling onto back of a flexed wrist
How is a Smiths # treated?
ORIF using plates and screws
Why is management for a Smiths different than a Colles?
Smith's tend to be very unstable
What is a Barton's #?
intra-articular # invovling either the dorsal/volar aspect of distal radius; carpal bones sublux with displaced rim fragment
What is another name for a Volar Barton's?
What is another name for a dorsal Barton's ?
How are Barton's #s treated>
How are comminuted intra-articular distal radius # treated?
external fixation +/- k wires
What is the mechanism for Scaphoid #s?
What are the signs of a scaphoid #s?
tenderness in anatomical snuff box; pain on compressing the thumb metacarpal
What are the xrays that hsould be done when a scaphoid # is suspected?
AP, lateral and 2 oblique views
What is a clinical scaphoid #?
when # does not show up on xray but suspected clinically
How are clinical scaphoid #s treated?
wrist spinted and xrayed again in 2 weeks
How is an undisplaced scaphoid # treated?
plaster cast for 6-12 weeks
How is a displaced scaphoid # treateed?
special compression screw
How is scaphoid # with non-union treated?
screw fixation and bone graft
What forms the anatomical snuffbox?
EPL medially and EPB and abductor pollicis longus laterally
What can cause non-union in a scaphoid #?
synovial fluid inhibiting # healing or AVN or proximal pole
What is a mallet finger?
avulsion of the extensor tenon from its insertion onto the terminal phalanx
What is a mallet finger caused by?
forced flecion of extended DIPJ
What is the sign of a mallet finger?
inability to extend DIPJ
What is the treatment for a mallet finger?
spint holidng DIPJ extended
What is a Bennet's #?
carpometacarpal #/dislocation of the thumb
What is the treatment for a Bennet's #?
percutaneous wire fixation
How are #s of the 3,4 and 5 MC treated?
What is the name for a 5th MC neck #?
How much angulation can be tolerated wtih a 5th MC neck '?
What ist he treatment for a boxers #?
manipulation with neighbour strapping or k-wire stabilisation
How are stable phalangeal #s treated?
neighbour strapping or splintage
How are significantly displaced or angulated phalangeal #s treated?
How are unstable phalangeal #s treated?
k-wiring or fixation with small screws
How are intra-articular phalangeal #s treated?
k wires or small screws
What is the other name for an intracapsular fracture?
What are hte two types of extracapsular fractures?
intertrochanteric and subtrochanteric
What is the treatment for a subcapital #?
THR or arthroplasty
What are the adv/disadv for a THR?
high risk of dislocation but better function
What are the features of a subcapital #?
external rotation, adduction and shortening
What is th feature seen on xray of a subcapital #?
interrupted Shenton's line
What is Shenton's line?
the smooth curve from the lower border of the superrior pubic ramus to less trochanter
How are extracapsular #s treated?
internal fixation with compression or dynamic hip screw
What can be done pre-op to stabilise a subtrochanteric #?
How do subtrochanteric #s typically happen?
fall onto the side in the elderly
What should be looked for in a femoral shaft#?
other injuries as # is high energy
What nerve may be damaged in a femoral shaft#?
What are the complications of a femoral shaft#?
substantial blood loss; fat embolism and ARDS
What are the steps in treatment of a femoral shaft #?
analgesia- femoral nerve block; Thomas Splint; closed reduction and IM nail
How do distal femoral #s happen?
osteoporotic bone with fall onto a flexed knee
What position does the leg take in a distal femoral #?
flexed position- due to gastrocneumius pull
What is the sign of a hip dislocation?
How are distal femoral #s treated?
plate and screws
What is there a high risk of with knee dislocations?
vascular and nerve injury and compartment sydrome
What is the treatment for a knee dilocation?
What may be required after a knee dislocation?
How does a patellar # typically occur?
fall onto flexed knee of dashboard injury
What type of dislocation typically happens with patellar dislocations?
How do patellar dilocations typically occur?
direct blow or a contracion of quadricpes with a rotation force
What are the predispoations for a patellar discloation?
generalised ligamentous laxity; valgus alignment of the knee; rotation malalignment (femoral neck anteversion); shallow trochlear groove
What are the signs of a patellar dislocation?
tenderness over medial retinaculum; haemarthrosis
What is a complication of a patellar discloation?
osteochondral # with detached fragments
What is the treatment of a patellar dislocation?
temporary splintage wtih PT to strengthen vastus medialis
How many patients have a further patellar dislocation after their first one?
What type of fracture is a proximal tibial #
What imagin is done with intra-articular tibial #s?
CT to plan surgery
What is the tx for intra-articular tibial #s?
reduction of articular surface and plates and screws
What often needs to happen for intra-artiular tibial #s?
If there is significant soft tissue damage with an intra-articular tibial #?
What is the usual mechanism of injury with proximal tibial #s?
What is the suual pattern of injury with proximal tibial #s?
laterla plateau # with MCL failure
What injury can happen with proximal tibial #s?
common fibular nerve
What is the sign of injury to the common fibular nerve?
What # is the commonest cause of compartment syndrome after trauma?
tibial shaft '
What type of # is more common with tibial shaft #?
If there is less than 50% diplacement and <5 degrees angulation what is the treatment for tibial shaft #?
above the knee cast
How are comminuted and opne# tibial shaft # treated?
IM nailing or ex-fix
How long do tibial shaft #s take to heal?
up to 16 weeks to union and a year to heal
What is a Pilon #?
intra-articular #s of distal tibia
What is the treatment for Pilon #?
What is the mechanism for Pilon#?
fall from height or rapid decelration
What is the imaging for Pilon# and why?
cT to check for other injuries
What is the treatment for undisplaced extra-articular distal tibial #s?
What is the treatment for unstable extra-articular distal tibial # that isnt too distal?
what is the treatment for unstable extra-articular distal tibial # that is too distal?
How do most ankle injuries occur?
inversion injury or rotation force on a planted foot
WHat is the most common soft tissue ankle sprain?
lateral ankle ligaments
What are the lateral ankle ligamnet>
anterior and posterior talo-fibular and calcaneofibular
What are the signs of lateral ankle ligamnet sprain?
prain; brusing and tenderness over lateral ligaments
When should an ankle xray be done?
any severe localised tenderness (bony tenderenss) of stial tibia or fibula OR inability to weight bear for 4 steps
What determines if an ankle # is stable?
if there is inbolvement of medial side- ligaments or bone
What is the treatement for a stbale snkle #?
cast/splint for 6 weeks
When should you suspect rupture of the deltoid ligament?
bruising and tenderness medially
What is seen on xray with a ruptured deltoid ligament?
talar shift and tilt
What is the treatment for an unstable ankle #?
What is the treatment for bimalleolar ankle #?
What should be looked for in a calcaneal #?
What is the typical mechanism for calcaneal #?
fall from height onto heel
What determines the prognossi of a calcaeneal #?
extent of subtalar joint involvement and communition
What is the treatment for calcaneal #?
ORIF is debated
WHat is the mechanism of injury with talar #s?
forced dorsiflexion from rapid deceleration
What are the two types of talar #?
undisplaced or displcaed with subluxation of subtalar joint
What is the treatment for a displaced talar #?
closed/open reduction and screw fixation
Why is there a high risk of aVN with talar #s?
talus gets distal blood supply
What is a Lisfranc #/dislocation?
# of base of 2nd MT and dislcoation of base of 2nd MT with or without dislocation of other MTs
What are the signs of a Lisfranc?
grossly swollen, bruised foot, unable to weight bear
What should be done is xray is noral but suspicion of Lisfranc?
What is the treatemtn for Lisfranc #s?
closed or open reduction with screw fixation
What is the commonest metatarsal #?
base of 5th MT
what type of # is a # of the base of 5th MT?
avulsion # due to fibularis brevis tendon
What is the treatment for a # of base of 5th MT?
conservativ efor 4-6 weeks
What is a Jones #?
# of proximal diaphysis of 5th MT
What is the problem with Jones #?
proximal diaphysis of 5th MT gets a poor blood supply
What is the treatemnt for a jones #?
What is the treatemtn for non-union with a Jones #?
beon graft and fixation
What is the treatment for a # of 1st MT?
What is the treatment for 2nd MT #?
cast until pain subsides
What is the tretment for #s of other metatarsals that are minimally displcaed?
what is the treatment for other MT #s that are displaced?
What is the treatment for # toes?
protection in a stout boot
What is the treatmetn ofr an intra-articular # of base of proximal phalanx of hallux?
reduction nd fixation
What is the treatment for toe discloation?
closed reduction and neighbour strapping or k wiring
What type of # do the elderly typically get in the thoracic spine?
wedge insufficiency #s
What is spinal shock?
complete loss of sensation and mottor functio nand refleces below the level of injury for 24 hours
What is the bulbocavernous reflex?
contraction of anal sphincter with a squeeze of glans penis, taping mons pubis or pulling on urethral catheter
what does the return of the bulbocavernous reflex indicate?
end of spinal shock
What causes neurogenic shock?
temporary shutdown of sympathetic outflow from cord from T1-L2
What happen in neurogenic shock?
hypotension and bradycardia for 24-48 horus
What is the treatment for neurogenic shock?
What is complete spinal cord injury?
no sensory or voluntary motor function below level of injury
What is incomplete spinal cord injury?
some neurologic function present distal to injury
What indictes incomplete spinal injury?
What is sacral sparing?
perianal sensation; voluntary anal sphincter contractio nand hallux flexion
What is central cord syndrome?
a type of incomplete spinal injury that happen after a hyperextension injury in c-spine with OA- no # or dislocation
What are the 3 types of pelvic #?
lateral compression; vertical shear; anteroposterior compression
What causes a lateral compression #?
describe a pelivc lateral compression injury?
# through pubic rami or ischium with sacral compression# or SI joint disruption with one half of pelvic displaced medially
What is the mechanism for vertical shear pelvic #s?
axial force on one hemipelvis
What is the sign of a vertical shear peliv #?
one leg shortened due to that side being displcaed superiorly
What is the otehr name for an anteroposterio compression injury?
What happens in open book #?
# of pubic symphysis
What is the initial treatment for an open book#?
What should be done if there is ongoing haemodynamic instability with a pelivc #?
angiogram adn emboliation or open packing pelivs
What is mandatory in a # pelvis?
What type of a # is an acetabualr #?
What type of pelvic # due osteoporotic elderly tend to get?
lateral compression #
What imaging should be done with acetabular #?
What causes acetabular #s?
hip dislocation- typically posteior wall
What is the significance of the periosteum in childrens #s?
is much thicker and tends to remain intact- more stable and provides lots of osteoblasts for repair
What age should childrens #s be treated as adult #s?
What are the common #s of the distal radius in children?
buckle #s; greenstick #s and salter harris II #s
What branch of the median nerve is often damaged ina supracondylar # of the elbow?
anterior interosseous branch
What indicates that t/here is injury to the anterior interosseous branch
child is unable to make OK sign- loss of FPL and FDP
What is the tx for femoral shaft #s in 2-6 yos?
What is the tx for children older than 6 for femoral shaft #s?
What is a Toddler's #?
undisplaced spiral # of tibial shaft
What is the definitive managemtn for femoral shaft #s?
closed reduction and IM nails
What is the sign of a posterior shoulder dislocation?
excessive internal rotation
What aspect of the vertebral body is affected in a wedge #?
What type of alignment is not well tolerated in a boxers #?
Why is rotational malalignment badly tolerated in a boxers #?
can lead to grip problems
What are the signs of a posterior hip dislocation?
internal rotation ; adduction and flexion