HLTH 216 Lecture Notes - Lecture 14: Bone Fracture, Mnemonic, Sprain
7 Mar 2017
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In closed fracture, pushing on injury a little can determine: stabilize the injured part to prevent movement. If the injury is an open fracture, do not push on any protruding bones: cover the exposed bones w a dressing, no direct pressure, apply an ice pack, if possible (ehh, seek medical care. Sprain: a sprain occurs when a joint is twisted/stretched beyond its normal range of motion, when a joint is sprained the stabilizing ligaments are either partially or, sprains joint!! Severe pain: pain prevents the victim from moving/using joint. ***swelling*** biggest factor limiting factor in determining return to play. Skin around joint may be discolored bc of bleeding from torn bl vessels: pain isn"t necessary. Seek medical care to reduce the dislocation: rice procedure, r= rest. Icing is the part that"s no longer believed. Muscle injuries: muscle strain (pull, occurs when a muscle is stretched beyond its normal range of motion & tears the muscle.
