What questions should I ask my healthcare provider about compound fractures?

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What questions should I ask my healthcare provider about compound fractures?

Your healthcare providers will give you instructions when you leave the emergency department. Make sure you have the answers to the following questions before you go:

  • How long will I need to be in a cast?
  • Do I need physical therapy while I’m in the cast?
  • Do I need physical therapy after the cast comes off?
  • Should I see any other specialists (like an orthopaedic surgeon or neurologist)?
  • Do I need more X-rays?
  • When do I need to follow up, and with whom?
  • Do I need prescription medications?

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