ht clothing. Do not raise an injured leg. Otherwise, if their injuries allow, raise their legs above the level of their heart by placing something suitable under their feet such as blankets or cushions.
1. Stop Bleeding, if Necessary
Apply firm pressure to wound with clean cloth until bleeding stops.
If bone is pushing through skin, do not touch it or try to put it back in place.
2. Splint the Area, if Possible
Cut away clothing if it cannot be removed without moving the injured body part.
Gently tape the dislocated area or fracture to a rolled-up newspaper, ruler, or a rolled-up piece of clothing with first aid tape. As much as possible, avoid moving the injured limb, and never force it or try to twist it back into place.
3. Reduce Swelling and Prevent Injury
Apply an ice pack wrapped in cloth or a cold compress.
Elevate the injured area if possible.
4. Manage Pain and Inflammation
For pain, give ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), acetaminophen (Tylenol), or naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn). Do not give aspirin to anyone under age 18.
First aid for sprains and strains includes rest, ice, compression, and elevation (known as RICE).
Rest: for at least 24 hours, rest the injured part of the body.
Ice packs (or cold compresses): apply for up to 10-15 minutes at a time every few hours for the first 2 days to prevent swelling.
Compression: wear an elastic bandage (such as an ACE bandage) for at least 2 days to reduce swelling.
Elevation: keep the injured part above heart level as much as possible to ease swelling.
Do not apply heat in any form for at least 24 hours after an injury. Heat increases swelling and pain.
Questions
1. What is a fracture?
2. Name the steps of the first ai
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