Injuries and Splinting Flashcard

Front

What should be checked before and after splinting of extremities distal to injury?

Back

Check for pulse, sensation, and movement

Front

A large triangular bandage or cloth device that is used to immobilize and support the forearm is called a:

Back

Sling

Front

Refers to an injured limb that is deformed and out of normal alignment.

Back

Angulation

Front

A triangular bandage that is folded and used to tie dressings and splints in place is called a:

Back

Cravat

Front

Any device that is used to immobilize an injured extremity is called a:

Back

Splint

Front

A broken bone with an associated break in the outer layers of the skin is known as:

Back

Open fracture

Front

A large cravat used to secure a sling or splint to the body is called a:

Back

Swathe

Front

The standard reference of position for the body in the study of anatomy is known as the:

Back

Anatomical Position

Front

A broken bone that does not have an associated break in the outer layers of the skin is called a:

Back

Closed fracture

Front

Refers to a hand or foot the position when splinting.

Back

Position of function