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This article discusses the challenge of cross-examining expert witnesses who have difficulty answering simple questions with a "yes" or "no" response. The author identifies three causes for this phenomenon: "hired gun" experts who will say anything for a fee, experts who use complex language to sound more knowledgeable, and counsel who invite long answers with their choice of words. The author provides strategies for handling this issue, such as asking better questions, repeating the question, asking questions where the answer doesn't matter, and requesting "yes" or "no" answers. The article emphasizes the importance of considering the jury's perspective and tailoring the cross-examination accordingly. [Extracted from the article]

The article provides information on the Smart Tissue Autonomous Robot (STAR) developed at the Children's National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. led by associate chief surgeon Peter Kim. Topics discussed include surgical techniques for surgery of soft tissues, application of semiautonomous robots, and efficiency of driverless surgery.

The article offers guidance for nurses on using protection, rest, ice, compression and elevation for treating patients with soft tissue injuries to their upper and lower limbs. Topics include clinical procedures, clinical skills, first aid, musculoskeletal injury, tubular bandages, compression garments, and cryotherapy.

Foot and ankle injuries are common and can have a significant effect on an individual’s daily activities. Nurses have an important role in the assessment, management, ongoing care and support of patients with ankle injuries. An understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the ankle enables nurses to identify significant injuries, which may result in serious complications, and communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team to improve patient care and outcomes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Shoulder pain is a common musculoskeletal problem that can have a significant effect on people's activities of daily living and quality of life. Nurses have a central role in the assessment, management and follow up of patients undergoing conservative and surgical treatments. Understanding the often complex and chronic nature of shoulder pain will help healthcare professionals to provide holistic patient-centred care, considering the most suitable treatment options for the individual. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article presents information on various dental problems. Dental injury is not uncommon and may result in a fractured, displaced, avulsed tooth. Occasionally, the tooth may be inhaled. Damage to a tooth is often associated with other injuries, such as fractured facial or jaw hones, soft tissue injury or concussion. Dental caries are extremely common and can occur at any age, but are more likely in children and young adults. They are one of the most important causes of tooth loss. Unless plaque is quickly removed, tooth decay will follow.

The article discusses the importance of jobsite safety for construction companies driven by the growing availability of safety wearables, site sensors, exoskeletons, and image-generating drones. Topics discussed include the views of James Boileau, construction segment director with consultant Zurich, on performing cost-benefit analyses, investment in technological innovation, and body mechanics to prevent soft-tissue injuries.

The article discusses five major contributions that have helped surgeons restore function and appearance for patients with orbital fractures. Topics mentioned include thoughts from plastic and reconstructive surgery professor Dr. Paul N. Manson, M.D. on orbital fracture treatment, the mechanism of traumatic enophthalmos, and stability of orbital fractures through titanium plates.

Focuses on the use of acellular processed human dermis as a soft tissue substitute for aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. Type of materials commonly used as soft tissue substitute; Materials used for eyelid spacers; Case study of the use of Alloderm for augmenting an upper lip; Potential uses of Alloderm as an eyelid spacer.

Comments on the phases of wound healing. Means of understanding soft tissue injuries and the physiological processes of wound healing; Importance of improving the quality of care for patients; Remarks on the role of vascular disease in the degeneration of skin tissue.

Presents a self-assessment questionnaire to help nurses test their knowledge related to wound healing. Percentage of bodyweight that skin account for; Layer of the skin to which the blood-vessels, nerves and sweat glands are found; Type of soft tissue wounds that undergo the four phases of healing.