6.
Which of the following is correct concerning applying a sling to help immobilize the
arm as part of the treatment for a dislocated shoulder?
a. If the shoulder has an anterior dislocation, apply an arm sling number one
(sling over the injured shoulder). If the shoulder has a posterior dislocation,
apply an arm sling number two (sling under the injured shoulder).
b. If the shoulder has an anterior dislocation, apply an arm sling number two
(sling under the injured shoulder). If the shoulder has a posterior dislocation,
apply an arm sling number one (sling over the injured shoulder).
c.
Apply an arm sling number one (sling over the injured shoulder) for both an
anterior dislocation and a posterior dislocation.
d. Apply an arm sling number two (sling under the injured shoulder) for both an
anterior dislocation and a posterior dislocation.
7.
What is different about applying a swathe to a casualty with a fractured humerus
and to a casualty with a fractured forearm?
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8.
A pneumatic splint should be inflated ________ the splint is applied to the injured
limb.
a. Before.
b. After.
9.
A pneumatic splint should be inflated:
a. By mouth.
b. Using an air pump.
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