First Aid - Broken Wrist or Hand

Q1) Signs and symptoms of a broken wrist are (7)?

1) pain (almost always present)
2) swelling
3) bruising
4) deformity (wrist appears misshapen)
5) numbness or tingling
6) broken skin with bone visible
7) limited mobility of the wrist

Q2) The 9-step first aid procedure to follow?

1) Be sure the victum is safe
2) Check ABC's
3) Control bleeding.
4) Look for other injuries. If a victim shows signs of injury to the head, neck, or back, DO NOT move the victim.
5) Cover any broken skin with sterile dressings.
If needed, the wound can be rinsed -- try to use sterile water or saline solution.
7) If an ambulance is unavailable, it may be necessary to splint the broken wrist.
8) After splinting, recheck circulation, sensation, and motion.
9) Put ice on the break to reduce swelling. Put a sheet or towel between the ice and the skin to prevent frostbite.

Q3) When they say check the A,B,C's. What does that mean?

Make sure the victim has an Airway, is Breathing, and has Circulation.

Q4) An open wounds may require __?__.

stitches

Q5) Before splinting, check __?__.

circulation, sensation, and motion.

Q6) How do you check circulation?

By comparing the color and temperature of the injured wrist against the uninjured wrist.

Q7) How do you check for sensation?

by asking the victim which finger you are touching.

Q8) How do you check for motion?

By having the victim wiggle his or her fingers.

Q9) Remember, DO NOT move a victim with suspected head, neck, or back injuries unless it is to keep rescuers or victim safe. True or False?

True

Q10) Always practice universal precautions and use personal protective equipment whenever you may come in contact with blood or body fluids. True or False?

True