Hand Examination After Injury
A structured examination that misses nothing
The injured hand is one of the most commonly assessed presentations in the emergency department. This simulation guides you through a systematic examination so thorough that no tendon, nerve, or vascular injury is missed.
Emergency physicians, GP trainees, surgical trainees
“Headphones on, eyes closed”
The scenario
A 45-year-old chef presents with a deep laceration to the palm after a knife slipped. They say they can move everything. Can they really?
Learning outcomes
By completing this rehearsal you will be able to:
Conduct a systematic examination of the injured hand
Assess tendon function across all compartments
Test sensation in median, ulnar, and radial nerve territories
Identify vascular compromise
How this module works
Five structured steps, designed around how adults learn best.
Scenario overview
A patient presents with a laceration to the hand after a kitchen accident. They can move their fingers — but is everything intact?
Pre-assessment
Before we begin — a quick self-check. How prepared do you feel right now?
Prebriefing
A video briefing reviews the surface anatomy and the structured approach.
Audio simulation
Headphones on, eyes closed. You are guided through the examination — look, feel, move, special tests — in a sequence that misses nothing.
Debriefing
Review the examination findings and consider what you would have missed without a structured approach.
Self-assessment
Reflect on the experience. Your feedback shapes this platform and helps measure your growth.
Certificate
Download your completion certificate.
Ready to rehearse?
Find a quiet moment, put your headphones on, and begin. The rehearsal takes 16 minutes.