Splinting

Question 1

Incorrect splinting can cause what?

Answer 1

increase in pain
compress blood vessels and circulation
delay transport

Question 2

3 Rules of Splinting

Answer 2

assess distal pulse, motor, and sensation before and after splinting

Question 3

An injured bone should be immobilized where?

Answer 3

above and below injured bone

Question 4

An injured joint should be immobilized where?

Answer 4

above and below injured joint

Question 5

What is the first step when a distal pulse is absent in a deformed injury

Answer 5

make one attempt to realign with in-line traction and reassess

Question 6

If pain, crepitus, or resistance is encountered during realign attempt, you should?

Answer 6

immobilize as is

Question 7

Traction Splint are used for?

Answer 7

closed, midshaft femur fractures