Premergency First Aid, CPR and AED Manual

8 Muscle, Bone and Joint Injuries

Signs and Symptoms Dislocated joint

Signs and Symptoms Bone fracture

• Deformity • Swelling • Loss of motion (locked joint) • Tenderness when touched • Numbness or impaired circulation below the injury

• Deformity • Tenderness

• Swelling • Bruising • Crepitus – Grinding sound when moved • Exposed bone fragments • Pain

Based on training and circumstance, first aiders may need to move a injured limb or person. In such situations, providers should protect the injured person which may include splinting in a way that limits pain and facilitates safe transport.

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