Bone and Joint Injuries

What is a common symptom of both fractures and dislocations?

• Increased mobility

• Numbness

• Deformity

• Heat sensation

Which of the following is NOT a basic principle of treatment for fractures?

• Maintain respirations

• Apply heat to the fracture site

• Prevent further injury

• Use devices such as splints and slings

What should be done immediately if a dislocation is suspected?

• Stretch the affected limb

• Apply heat

• Obtain medical help

• Perform a surgery

Which application is recommended for treating a sprain to decrease swelling and pain?

• Cold application

• Warm application

• No application

• Oily application

What is the primary action to take when treating a sprain to help with recovery?

• Encourage the victim to rest the affected part

• Encourage the victim to use the affected part

• Apply pressure to the affected part

• Heat the affected part

What is the primary purpose of applying an elastic bandage as mentioned in the treatment for strains?

• To reduce mobility of the affected area

• To provide support and compress the affected area

• To increase blood flow to the affected area

• To cool down the affected area

Which acronym is used to remember the treatment steps for strains?

• CARE: comfort, apply, rest, elevate

• HEAL: heat, elevate, apply, loosen

• RICE: rest, ice, compression, elevation

• FAST: fasten, apply, support, tighten

What should be used as a barrier between a cold application and the skin to reduce swelling in a strain?

• Direct application of ice

• A thin plastic wrap

• A thick towel

• A thin towel

What is a recommended material for padding a splint?

• Metal strips

• Newspaper

• Elastic bandages

• Plastic sheets

What should be done to ensure a splint does not put pressure directly over the site of injury?

• Apply the splint loosely

• Use rigid materials only

• Pad the splint adequately

• Avoid using any splints