What are the contraindications to the use of a traction splint?
A traction splint such as a Hare or Sager splint is used to reduce patient pain, secure the leg in an appropriate position and restore length to the femur (Figure 11-14). Relative contraindications to the use of traction splints include hip dislocation, fracture-dislocation of the knee, and concomitant ankle injury.
Which of the following injuries should you not use a traction splint for select all that apply?
Traction splints should not be used for proximal or distal fractures of the femur, or where there are knee, lower leg, ankle or foot injuries, or in patients with pelvic fractures.
What is the general rule for splinting a fracture?
A basic rule of splinting is that the joint above and below the broken bone should be immobilized to protect the fracture site. For example, if the lower leg is broken, the splint should immobilize both the ankle and the knee. Pulses and sensation should be checked below the splint at least once per hour.
When can you use a traction splint?
Traction splints are most commonly used for fractures of the femur (or upper leg bone). For these fractures they may reduce pain and decrease the amount of bleeding which occurs into the soft tissues of the leg. Some state that they are appropriate for middle tibia fractures which are displaced or bent.
When do you use a traction splint?
In which of the following should you use a traction splint?
When do you apply a traction splint?
It is the position of ITLS that patients in isolated or austere environments, where transport to definitive care is substantially delayed, application of a traction splint after stabilization of life threatening injuries can improve patient comfort and reduce possibility of neurovascular injury.
What are the 4 rules of splinting?
Here are seven important points to remember when splinting an extremity fracture:
- Establish the injury’s baseline.
- Attempt realignment or repositioning.
- Remember to add padding.
- Make a complete splint.
- Recheck CSM once the splint is in place.
- Extremity fracture may be very painful.
- Document.
What are the 3 general rules for splinting?
General Principles of Splinting:
- If the lower-arm is fractured, keep the wrist and elbow joints motionless.
- If the upper-arm is fractured, keep the shoulder and elbow joints motionless.
- If the lower-leg is fractured, keep the knee and ankle joints motionless.
How do you apply a traction splint?
Applying a traction splint is a two person job and involves the following steps: Rescuer 1 stabilizes the injured leg with their hands. Rescuer 2 removes any clothing from the leg. Rescuer 2 assesses the circulation, nerves, and motor function of the injured leg.
When are traction splints indicated for the treatment of femoral diaphysis fractures?
Traction splints are recommended on all mid-shaft femur fractures to establish patient comfort and better fracture alignment. Traction splints have utility in the management of both closed and open fractures of the femoral diaphysis.
How do you use a splint strap?
To prevent the strap from being too tight, a person should be able to slide two fingers between the strap and the leg. Rescuer 1 then attaches the ankle hitch to the mechanical traction device of the splint. The mechanical traction device helps to apply traction to the injured leg.
What are the indications for traction splint for ankle fractures?
A suspected or obvious isolated fracture of the midshaft femur is an indication for traction splint. If there are other fractures in the foot or ankle traction may not be effective, because traction splints require support on strap sites to be able to apply traction. [5][6][7] Contraindications Fractures of ankle or foot