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splinting fractures
heart diseases
100

what is rice

r (rest)

I (ice)

c (compression)

e (elevation)

100

what is a heart attack 

A condition in which all or part of the blood flow to the heart is blocked and muscle cells die

200

Why Immediate, Proper Care Matters

  • Nerve

  • Complication 1: Nerve Damage

  • Cut

  • Sharp bone edges can cut nerves

  • Stretch

  • Improper movement can stretch nerves

  • Result

  • Result: Permanent numbness, weakness, or paralysis

  • Blood

  • Complication 2: Blood Vessel Damage

  • Puncture

  • Bone fragments can puncture arteries or veins

  • Cause

  • Improper handling can cause internal bleeding

  • Result

  • Result: Shock, tissue death, amputation

200

what is Chest pain that occurs during activity or stress called

Stable angina

300

where do you place a pillow splint.

Fractured ankle, foot, or lower leg

300

what is Leukemia 

Cancer that affects the blood or bone marrow

400

when do you place a Rigid Splint

Fractured arm or leg requiring firm support

500

where should you place a Anatomical Splint and when should you use one

Finger, toe, or when commercial splint unavailable