If you have an open fracture, do not attempt to move the bone and do not touch any protruding skin, muscle, etc. You need to see a doctor immediately! If a Doctor is not in the area, and you cannot see a doctor in the near future, depending on how bad the open fracture is, you may need to attempt to replace the bone. If it is protruding more than 3 inches from the skin, or just peaking out a little bit, try your best not to move it. if it is out pretty far, see if it will go down. DO NOT FORCE IT! If you can see a doctor, just bandage the arm, and try to keep it clean. Do not be afraid to use antiseptic, such as alcohol! MORAL: SEE A DOCTOR!
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This is called an open fracture of the humerus.
severe pain and swelling.
The humerus.
When a bone fracture protrudes through the skin it is classified as an open fracture. With an open fracture there is a risk of deep bone infection.
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Open fracture
To immobilize an upper arm with a fracture start with the elbow. Next place is the shoulder and then the wrist. Trying to keep the injured party calm is very important and seek medical attention immediately.
A compound or open fracture is one in which the bone fracture punctures the skin. The exposed bone runs the risk of acquiring a deep bone infection.
a "compound fracture" or open fracture
If you assess a casualty and discover that the patient has a bone protruding from his lower arm, the patient has an open fracture, also known as a compound fracture.
In addition to the wrist and elbow, the joints that should also be splinted for an open fracture in that area would include the shoulder. This is to immobilize the entire arm and prevent any further injury or damage during transportation to medical care.