First Aid: Wound Management and Splinting Techniques

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What is the primary cause of fractures according to the text?

  • Trauma from direct blows or crushing forces (correct)
  • Metabolic bone diseases
  • Poor physical conditioning
  • Extreme muscle contractions

Which condition is NOT listed as a predisposing factor for fractures in the text?

  • Hypertension (correct)
  • Poor balance
  • Muscle atrophy
  • Neurologic disease

How are fractures classified according to the text?

  • According to the victim's history of falls
  • Based on the number of fragments present
  • By the type of communication with the external environment (correct)
  • By the age of the individual

Which type of fracture involves more than two/multiple fragments?

<p>Comminuted fracture (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of metabolic bone diseases that can predispose an individual to fractures?

<p>Impaired vision (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT mentioned as contributing to an increased risk of fractures according to the text?

<p>Good physical conditioning (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fracture results from the strong pulling effect of tendons or ligaments at the bone attachment?

<p>Avulsion fracture (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which type of fracture does the periosteum get disrupted on both sides?

<p>Displaced fracture (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of fracture occurs with bending of the bone and has one side cracked while the other side is bent?

<p>Greenstick fracture (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fracture involves bone fragments being driven into each other?

<p>Impacted fracture (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of fracture extends in a spiral direction along the shaft of the bone due to twisting?

<p>Spiral fracture (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fracture has a line that extends across the bone shaft at a right angle to the longitudinal axis?

<p>Transverse fracture (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step to stop bleeding from a wound?

<p>Wash with clean water (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In emergency care, what should be done before splinting?

<p>Remove all obstructive material worn by the patient (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which fractures are treated with only immobilization without requiring reduction?

<p>Un-displaced fractures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of definitive care in the context of fractures?

<p>To maintain bone realignment through immobilization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method is required for most displaced fractures to prevent deformity and shortening?

<p>Treatment by reduction followed by immobilization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of internal fixation is suitable for fractures of long bones?

<p>Plates &amp; Screws (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of skin traction?

<p>To immobilize a joint or part of the body (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of internal fixation is suitable for fractures that heal quickly?

<p>Wires (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes external fixation from internal fixation?

<p>It involves connecting screws/pins outside the skin with a frame (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When would you use tension bands in the treatment of fractures?

<p>To compress bone fragments together (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinguishing feature of skeletal traction compared to skin traction?

<p>It provides a long-term pull on injured bones (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of splints in the context of fractures?

<p>To immobilize fractures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a complication of fractures in the text?

<p>Enhanced physical mobility (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be assessed regarding neurovascular status when dealing with fractures?

<p>Patient's sensations in the injured extremity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a late complication associated with fractures?

<p>Joint instability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should skin be examined when assessing fractures?

<p>Look for lacerations, abrasions, and edema (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be auscultated when assessing fractures?

<p>The respiratory function of the patient (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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