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Splinting is an effective first aid tip that is adopted during a fracture. Apart from other first aid tips one can use splinting to help with the injured part of the body.
A splint is a long and firm object that can be used to protect and support the fractured area. Ready-made splints are available in the market. In emergencies, one can also use splints that are available in a household such as cardboard, pillow, aluminum, rolled up newspaper, etc.
A splint is thus a necessary method to prevent damage to the injured area until the patient can visit a doctor for further treatment.
While using a splint one must carefully notice the blood circulation on the injured area is not blocked. If so, there will be a color change and this can be noticed and taken care of.
Broad materials like cloth or belts can be used to secure the splint from any damage.
Ranka Hospital, Pune provides the best treatment for bone fractures.
Alex Kuhic
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∙ 12y agoI assume you mean splinting a fracture. Splinting holds the bones in proper position during transportation to prevent pain and further injury that the broken bone ends or pieces can cause to nerves, muscles, blood vessels. More permanent immobilization like casting or surgical fixation is then used until healing takes place.
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∙ 8y agoAll the above: To reduce pain, to prevent movement of the broken bone, to prevent further damage to muscles, nerves, and blood vessels
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You're in the process of splinting an Airman's fracture of the lower leg The splint shouYou're in the process of splinting an Airman's fracture of the lower leg The splint ld extend from?
above the knee to below the ankle.
Where should extra padding be placed when splinting a fracture?
Joints and sensitive areas
Where should you add extra padding when splinting a fracture?
To the joints and sensitive areas.
If you have completed splinting an airmans arm fracture to apply a sling and swath?
What? If you're asking about applying a sling after splinting an arm fracture in the field, then I'd say "Yes, do that." Splinting a fractured arm helps immobilize it but it can still swing around as the patient moves and bang into things. A sling would help further.
What is a buckle fracture?
A buckle fracture is a fracture in which there is incomplete loss of integrity of the bony cortex, frequently caused by a compressive force. These are also called a Torus fracture. They are treated by splinting or casting for about 3-4 weeks. These tend to heal quickly.
In the process of splinting an Airman's fracture of the lower leg where should the splint extend?
Extend from the groin to the end of the foot.
What is used to immobilize the extrmity after a fracture has been splinting and a sling applied?
A swath around the patient's arm and body
You're in the process of splinting an Airman's fracture of the lower leg The splint should extend from?
Above the Knee to Below the Ankle
Which splinting devices would be MOST appropriate to use for a patient who has an open fracture of the forearm with external bleeding?
sling and swath
What is the treatment for spiral fracture?
If the bones have not separated, setting, splinting, or possibly casting. If the bones have separated, it may require surgery to repair.
You're in the process of splinting an Airman's fracture of the lower leg The splint should extend fro?
above the knee to below the ankle
Can you use a sling to secure and support a fractured forearm after splinting the fracture?
A sling is recommended to secure and support a fractured forearm after proper splinting. A properly fit sling decreases major involuntary movements while the injury heals.
