Orthopedic trauma Questions and Answers
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open fracture - ANSWER What is a fracture that results in the skin over the
broken bone being torn?
to decrease pain and prevent further damage - ANSWER What is the purpose
of splinting an orthopedic injury?
one time - ANSWER How many times should manual traction be attempted
before applying a splint to an orthopedic injury?
shock - ANSWER With any pelvis or hip fracture, rescuers must be prepared to
treat the patient for...
pulling a limb into the correct anatomical position - ANSWER In regards to
orthopedic trauma, what is traction?
before and after you apply the splint - ANSWER In regards to applying a splint,
when should you assess CSM?
EMS providers are responsible for immobilizing orthopedic injuries, not
diagnosing them - ANSWER What is a true statement about EMS providers and
orthopedic trauma?
fractured femur or pelvis - ANSWER Orthopedic trauma is usually not life-
threatening, except for which of the following situations?
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