BASIC TRAINING COURSE . |
THE NIGERIA POLICE FORCE
TOPIC OVERVIEW .
The term “fracture” generally refers to a break in a bone, but even the smallest fractures are broken bones.
All bone breaks and traumas require timely treatment so they can heal properly.
Fractures have a variety of names. Below is a listing of the common types that may occur:
All bone breaks and traumas require timely treatment so they can heal properly.
Fractures have a variety of names. Below is a listing of the common types that may occur:
- Greenstick - Incomplete fracture. The broken bone is not completely separated.
- Transverse - The break is in a straight line across the bone.
- Spiral - The break spirals around the bone; common in a twisting injury.
- Oblique - Diagonal break across the bone.
- Compression - The bone is crushed, causing the broken bone to be wider or flatter in appearance.
- Comminuted - The break is in three or more pieces and fragments are present at the fracture site.
- Segmental - The same bone is fractured in two places, so there is a "floating" segment of bone.
OBJECTIVES .
In this video we show you how to make an arm sling and an elevation sling, and explains what types of injuries each sling is suitable for.
REQUIRED MATERIALS .
Students require a file and/or folder, pen and paper and this will form the basis of the student's "Best Book".
CONTENT (LESSON BODY) .
ASSESSMENT .
All NPF officers should learn, practice and understand the content of this video.
The assessment, which will be undertaken, is both a written and practical test with a final exam.
The assessment, which will be undertaken, is both a written and practical test with a final exam.
SUMMARY & TAKEAWAY .
Arm: To make a sling, cut a piece of cloth, such as a pillowcase, about 40 inches square. Then cut or fold the square diagonally to make a triangle. Slip one end of the bandage under the arm and over the shoulder. Bring the other end of the bandage over the other shoulder, cradling the arm.
Tie the ends of the bandage behind the neck. Fasten the edge of the bandage, near the elbow, with a safety pin.
Collar & Cuff: Use a collar and cuff sling for a suspected fracture of the collarbone or elbow when a triangular sling is not available. Wrap a strip of sheet, a pants leg, or pantyhose around the wrist and tie the ends behind the neck.
Tie the ends of the bandage behind the neck. Fasten the edge of the bandage, near the elbow, with a safety pin.
Collar & Cuff: Use a collar and cuff sling for a suspected fracture of the collarbone or elbow when a triangular sling is not available. Wrap a strip of sheet, a pants leg, or pantyhose around the wrist and tie the ends behind the neck.
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How to bandage a sprain.