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Open, compound fracture: The skin may be pierced by the bone or by a blow that breaks the skin at the time of the fracture. The bone may or may not be visible in the wound.
Transverse fracture: This type of fracture has a horizontal fracture line.
Oblique fracture: This type of fracture has an angled pattern.
Types of bone fractures https://emedprimarycare.com/fractures/
Comminuted fracture: In this type of fracture, the bone shatters into three or more pieces.
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How to make a sling:
1) Slip one end of the bandage under the
arm and over the shoulder.
2) Bring the other end of the bandage
over the other shoulder, cradling the arm
3) Tie the ends of the bandage behind the
neck.
4) Fasten the edge of the bandage, near
the elbow, with a safety pin.
Sling diagram http://evaq8.co.uk/Triangular-Bandage-Non-Woven
References:
Oxford handbook of emergency medicine- Page 443 St Johns:
www.sja.org.uk/sja/first-aid-advice/bones-and-muscles/broken-bones-and-fractures.aspx
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