Applying splints
Taking a supportive action
A splint can be corrugated cardboard, folded newspapers, boards, straight sticks, or a rolled-up blanket. A splint helps protect the injury until help arrives. The splint should be long enough to extend beyond the joints on both sides of the fracture.
How to apply the splint
Support foot, ankle, Lower leg Splint Elbow
Support - hand injuries Support for chest injury / Fracture Ribs
Finger injuries support
Arm Sling Support Back Support
Figure of 8 bandage -fracture collar bone
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Use strips of cloth, handkerchiefs, ties, or belts to hold the splint in place. Be sure not to secure the splint so tightly that it causes poor circulation below the wound. |
For arm fractures
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| Use a large, triangular bandage to make a sling to prevent the arm from moving. |
Remember
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Once a splint has been applied to a fracture, carefully elevate the wounded area to slow blood flow to the wound. |
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For a compound fracture, control bleeding by holding a clean cloth on the wound before applying a splint. |
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Pressure should be avoided to prevent the bone from splintering and causing more damage to surrounding tissues. |