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CLASSIFICATION:
1. OPEN FRACTURE
Ends of the broken bone tear the skin
When the bone and skin are exposed. (they are at risk of infection)
Also called a COMPOUND FRACTURE
2. CLOSED FRACTURE
When the bone breaks but there is no puncture or open wound in the
skin
Also called a SIMPLE FRACTURE
3. COMPLETE FRACTURE
Bone fracture in which the bone is split completely across
Pain
Bruising
Deformity
Swelling and tenderness around the injury
Discolored skin around the affected area
Angulation- the affected area may be bent at an unusual angle
The patient is unable to put weight on the injured area
The patient cannot move the affected area
The affected bone or joint may have a grating sensation
If it is an open fracture there may be bleeding
3. Braces
4. Collars
5. Traction
APPLY ICE PACKS TO LIMIT SWELLING AND HELP RELIEVE
PAIN
-Dont apply ice directly to the skin. Wrap the ice into a piece of towel,
cloth, or some other material.
TREAT FOR SHOCK
-If the person feels faint or shortness of breath, lay the person down with the
head slightly lower than the trunk, and if possible, elevate the legs.
Call for Emergency help if:
The person is unresponsive, isn't breathing, or isn't moving. Begin CPR if
theres no breathing or heart beat.
There is heavy bleeding.
Even gentle pressure or movement causes pain.
The limb or joint appears deformed.
The bone has pierced the skin.
The extremity of injured arm or leg, such as toe or finger, is numb or bluish
at the tip.
You suspect a bone is broken in the neck, head, or back.
Surgery
If there was damage to the skin and soft tissue around the affected bone of joint ,
plastic surgery may be required.
Ultrasound therapy
Bone graft
Stem cell therapy