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Hip fracture initial management โ ๏ธ ๐ฆด
โ ๏ธ ๐ฆด Hip fracture initial management
TIME-SENSITIVE โ assess severity and escalate if deteriorating.
๐ Recognise
Older patient after fall with shortened externally rotated leg or inability to weight-bear.
๐ First actions
Analgesia including fascia iliaca block where available, pressure care, fluids/nutrition and orthopaedic assessment.
๐งช Investigate / reassess
X-ray hip/pelvis; MRI or CT if occult fracture suspected; assess delirium and anticoagulation.
โ ๏ธ Escalation / pitfalls
Avoid unnecessary delays to surgery from preventable medical problems.
Source:NICE CG124 hip fracture. Checked: 3 November 2026 for linked source; the entire topic has not undergone independent clinical sign-off. Follow your trust guidelines and senior advice. Not a standalone treatment protocol.