FIRST AID: SPRAIN Flashcards
1
Q
is a stretching or tearing of ligaments — the tough bands of fibrous tissue that connect two bones together in your joints
A
Sprain
2
Q
common location for sprain
A
Ankle
3
Q
. Apply _____ technique which is Rest, Ice, Compress and Elevate
A
RICE
4
Q
. First is ____ the bruised area
A
Rest
5
Q
Apply some ice cubes or ice pack by using a towel and wrapped the area for about _____ minutes
A
10-20
6
Q
Compress the bruised area if it is ______
A
swelling
7
Q
. _______ the injured area
A
elevate
8
Q
. Call 911 if experiencing major symptoms like _____, if the ________ was completely torn or severe sprain
A
numb, ligament
