Joint Injury

Resources Required:

1. Board Splints (2)
2. Cravats (3)

Procedure

• Fracured Humerus
  • Stabilize proximal and distal to injury
  • Pass arm to partner
  • Create sling ala radius / ulna fracture
  • Use 1 1/2" wide cravat across elbow, around back and tied at unaffected side

Note: works for elbow and knee

• "A" Frame Splint
  • Patient seated with knee flexed
  • Loop cravats:
    
    1. Under knee and around splints
    2. Distal ends of splints
    3. Proximal ends of splints
  • Take PMS at ankle

Note: as per NYS DOH requirements, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

• Assess PMS before and after all splinting procedures
• Ensure that the joint does not bear weight distal to injury site
• Complete the station within a 10 minute time limit.