Fractures: Emergency Management

Question 1

Fractures: Emergency Management

Answer 1

1. Immobilize any suspected fracture
2. Support the extremity above and below when moving the affected part from a vehicle
3. Suggested temporary splints - hard board, stick, rolled sheets
4. Apply sling if forearm fracture is suspected or the suspected fractured arm maybe bandaged to the chest
5. Neurovascular status: distal to the injuty should be assessed before and after splinting
6. Open fracture is managed by covering a clean/sterile gauze to prevent contamination
7. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REDUCE THE FRACTURE