First Aid For Dislocations

checking CSM
splinting the joint
using RICE procedures
all of the above

I am not sure what CSM is, but both splinting and icing would be correct things to do, so probably all of the above.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/first-a id-dislocation/FA00009

2011-02-21 20:07:08 by

Filmed during class demonstration, from Occupational First Aid Level 3 Tutor: Dave Woodridge Location: Traumatech, Vancouver, BC filmed: 07/12/2010

A. sterile gauze pads in assorted sizes.
B. a bottle of multiple vitamins.
C. a knife to cut open blood blisters.
D. aspirin.

2. Which of the following is not a type of open wound?
A. Abrasion
B. Avulsion
C. Puncture
D. Bruise

3. A good aerobic facility will have
A. a lot of equipment.
B. good ventilation.
C. carpet over concrete flooring.
D. dim lighting.

4. When aerobic exercise is combined with calisthenics as well as warm-up and cooldown stretches, it
A. is much more competitive than other sports.
B. has a high risk of injury.
C. doesn't strengthen or condition the heart.
D. provides a complete workout.

5. When faced with an emergency situation, the "first" rule to remember is to
A. stay calm and keep those around you calm.
B. begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation at once.
C. keep the rest of the class exercising.
D. look up an emergency phone number.

6. Heel bruises can be prevented by
A. placing heel cups inside the athletic shoe.
B. walking.
C. taking a hot bath.
D. wearing thin socks.

7. When purchasing aerobic exercise shoes, you should look for shoes with
A. a loose arch support.
B. a firm cushioning in the heel and forefoot.
C. a firm forefoot and room across the metatarsals.
D. minimal cushioning.

8. Fitness instructors can avoid burnout by
A. teaching three to four classes daily.
B. always doing a full workout each time they teach.
C. avoiding the temptation to lie flat on their backs for any great length of time.
D. using the services of a chiropractor and/or massage therapist.

9. The displacement of a bone end from a joint is called
A. a dislocation.
B. a soft tissue sprain.
C. bursitis.
D. chondromalacia.

10. Which of the following statements describes "long-term" aerobics students?
A. They aren't prone to minor injuries.
B. Long-term students need not worry about preventative safety techniques.
C. They risk injury even though they may be in good shape.
D. Long-term students reduce their occurrences of microtrauma over time.

11. What should an aerobics instructor do if a student loses consciousness and isn't breathing?
A. Perform the Heimlich maneuver
B. Call for emergency help immediately, and if certified, begin the rescue breathing procedure immediately
C. Hit the chest to start breathing
D. Elevate the feet

12. The RICE method for initial 48-hour treatment of certain fitness injuries includes
A. a high-carbohydrate diet, rest, and relaxation.
B. a referral, high-carbohydrate diet, and rest.
C. rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
D. rest, injury, carbohydrates, and exercise.

13. Which of the following requires immediate professional attention?
A. Muscle soreness
B. Excessive bleeding
C. Skin abrasions
D. Shin splints

14. In order to improve your body symmetry, it's important to
A. strive for the maximum number of repetitions you can achieve without fatigue.
B. try to keep the muscles contracted as tightly as possible.
C. recognize and strengthen the weaker areas of the body.
D. build endurance.

15. At what point should an injured student see a sports injury professional?
A. When the pain doesn't subside after three to five days of rest
B. As soon as the incident occurs and pain is identified
C. As soon as the initial pain first stops
D. Immediately after an out-of-shape exerciser experiences discomfort

16. What is the most common injury for both aerobics instructors and students?
A. Heel bruises
B. Neck sprains
C. Shin splints
D. Burnout and fatigue

17. A fracture that has no opening in the skin is called a/an
A. open fracture.
B. concealed fracture.
C. complex fracture.
D. closed fracture.

18. Sports that involve a sharp pull to the arm can cause what kind of injury?
A. Carpal tunnel syndrome
B. Syncope
C. Rotator cuff syndrome
D. Epicondylitis

19. Which of the following is the best way to be prepared for a possible emergency?
A. Have insurance
B. Purchase a lot of bandages and other first aid materials
C. Talk to people who have been injured before
D. Have basic emergency strategies memorized or written out in case of need

20. To be fully prepared for emergency situations, you should
A. rely on medical personnel for injuries, no matter how extreme.
B. become certified in CPR.
C. hire a sports medicine specialist to attend to any injuries that occur in your classes.
D. rely on instinct and only alert medical professionals when the injured has stopped breathing.

DO YOUR OWN HOMEWORK

2009-02-04 23:41:19 by babydoll20@ymail.com

In the face of disaster, are mental health emergencies forgotten?

First aid is not just for physical illnesses and injuries. In the face of disaster, natural or otherwise, victims can experience mental health trauma requiring immediate and long-term attention.

In the face of disaster, the impact on one's mental health may not be top of mind. Whether emergency situations are a result of natural disasters (such as Haiti's devastating earthquake), or trauma caused by humankind (like the fatal shootings at l'École Polytechnique in Montreal), one cannot help but reflect on their overwhelming effects. The loss of human lives, injury, destruction of basic shelter, displacement, and dislocation of family members and loved ones are just the beginning of the devastating consequences of disasters.
Though the physical impacts of devastation may make compelling images for the media, mental and emotional suffering rarely makes headline news. What can be done to help individuals and communities cope with the prolonged mental impact resulting from trauma?
Once essential needs are supported, a number of important steps can be taken to protect people with mental health problems, promote recovery and prevent further difficulties. These steps can include visiting mental health institutions first, ensuring existing treatment is continued, and developing plans for ensuring mental health care facilities are accessible for those in need.
In some emergencies, the amount of psychological damage far exceeds the physical damage. A recent study of the mental health impact of the Dawson College shootings that occurred in Montreal in 2006 reveals that 30% of students and employees experienced psychological disorders following the rampage-a rate double that of the general population. These disorders took the form of depression, substance, and alcohol abuse.

Research on psychological impact of shooting at Dawson College For the 33 Chilean miners who were recently trapped underground for 69 days, mental health was a central issue that was highlighted while the rescue was underway-anxiety, panic attacks, and post-traumatic stress were all issues that received strong media attention. The question is, what now?
The good news is that there are tangible skills that can help people experiencing an emotional crisis. Just as physical first aid is applied immediately to an injured person, mental health first aid can provide help and support to someone experiencing a mental health crisis. Developing mental health first aid skills can be of great benefit-they are skills that can help a family member, a friend, or anyone who is experiencing a crisis.
In the longer term, crisis intervention can be done at the local level. Institutions such as schools and hospitals should develop a plan to intervene in mental health problems resulting from traumatic events. Beyond mental health first aid, mental health crises also have long-term implications that require long-term intervention programs.

very true. rescuers too busy rescuing - human element is forgotten or on the side as lives is more crucial. victims look on without any help. hence melancholia seeps in. they should be involved in rescue process so that their mind is preoccupied. we must identify the weak ones and help them. more social workers required - aint easy to get them. its tough

2011-06-24 17:09:07 by ♥Harmony S

last week i fell down 8 stairs, didnt seek medical attention as i have enough first aid skills to be able to take care of myself unless i feel im unable to. when i fell, i landed arkwardly on my right leg, and my knee kinda twisted really bad (felt like it twisted in the socket), there was pain and alot of swelling, but i was almost 100% sure it wasnt fractured. so i put ice on it, put a bandage on, rest, ice, elevation, the usual stuff. still been limping around, went to the doctors tonight, and he asked why i waited so long before getting it checked out. i said as i was sure it wasnt broken, and waited to see if the swelling would subside as i hate doctors and wouldnt go unless i was sure i needed to. and he said to me how was i sure, and i told him. if it was fractured, there would have been alot more swelling, alot more pain, i wouldnt be able to walk, i wouldnt be able to put any weight on it.....hes getting an x-ray and ultrasound done and he seems to think theres a possibility of a fracture or dislocation.....i dont particularly trust the doctor but he was the only one available as i went at 8pm!

so is the doctor an idiot for thinking of a fracture when im pretty sure it isnt, or am i missing something? like, is it at all possible its a fracture? im kinda confused....


and also, this knee has been injured before. fell down 6 stairs a few years ago and the knee took all the impact, its been twisted and almost dislocated at the beach, its been bashed with a metal pipe, so its f*cked up anyway. in my opinion with the little first aid training ive had, im pretty sure its not fractured but a ligament or something....it isnt a tendon as i can still move. so tendons are fine, but yeah
i found suggesting a dislocation a bit dumb though, ive seen dislocated knees and they look really cool....but really really painful.....and with dislocations, i sure as hell wouldnt be able to walk
i dont have trust in the medical profession, i have been misdiagnosed before, and since then i am warey. my faith in the medical profession is all but gone

In all honesty, you probably did fracture your knee-cap. Or, like you said, you might have just torn a ligament.

2011-10-10 05:09:51 by Bored..........

1. An emergency first aid kit should include
A. sterile gauze pads in assorted sizes.
B. a bottle of multiple vitamins.
C. a knife to cut open blood blisters.
D. aspirin.

2. Which of the following is not a type of open wound?
A. Abrasion
B. Avulsion
C. Puncture
D. Bruise

3. A good aerobic facility will have
A. a lot of equipment.
B. good ventilation.
C. carpet over concrete flooring.
D. dim lighting.

4. When aerobic exercise is combined with calisthenics as well as warm-up and cooldown stretches, it
A. is much more competitive than other sports.
B. has a high risk of injury.
C. doesn't strengthen or condition the heart.
D. provides a complete workout.

5. When faced with an emergency situation, the "first" rule to remember is to
A. stay calm and keep those around you calm.
B. begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation at once.
C. keep the rest of the class exercising.
D. look up an emergency phone number.

6. Heel bruises can be prevented by
A. placing heel cups inside the athletic shoe.
B. walking.
C. taking a hot bath.
D. wearing thin socks.

7. When purchasing aerobic exercise shoes, you should look for shoes with
A. a loose arch support.
B. a firm cushioning in the heel and forefoot.
C. a firm forefoot and room across the metatarsals.
D. minimal cushioning.

8. Fitness instructors can avoid burnout by
A. teaching three to four classes daily.
B. always doing a full workout each time they teach.
C. avoiding the temptation to lie flat on their backs for any great length of time.
D. using the services of a chiropractor and/or massage therapist.

9. The displacement of a bone end from a joint is called
A. a dislocation.
B. a soft tissue sprain.
C. bursitis.
D. chondromalacia.

10. Which of the following statements describes "long-term" aerobics students?
A. They aren't prone to minor injuries.
B. Long-term students need not worry about preventative safety techniques.
C. They risk injury even though they may be in good shape.
D. Long-term students reduce their occurrences of microtrauma over time.

11. What should an aerobics instructor do if a student loses consciousness and isn't breathing?
A. Perform the Heimlich maneuver
B. Call for emergency help immediately, and if certified, begin the rescue breathing procedure immediately
C. Hit the chest to start breathing
D. Elevate the feet

12. The RICE method for initial 48-hour treatment of certain fitness injuries includes
A. a high-carbohydrate diet, rest, and relaxation.
B. a referral, high-carbohydrate diet, and rest.
C. rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
D. rest, injury, carbohydrates, and exercise.

13. Which of the following requires immediate professional attention?
A. Muscle soreness
B. Excessive bleeding
C. Skin abrasions
D. Shin splints

14. In order to improve your body symmetry, it's important to
A. strive for the maximum number of repetitions you can achieve without fatigue.
B. try to keep the muscles contracted as tightly as possible.
C. recognize and strengthen the weaker areas of the body.
D. build endurance.

15. At what point should an injured student see a sports injury professional?
A. When the pain doesn't subside after three to five days of rest
B. As soon as the incident occurs and pain is identified
C. As soon as the initial pain first stops
D. Immediately after an out-of-shape exerciser experiences discomfort

16. What is the most common injury for both aerobics instructors and students?
A. Heel bruises
B. Neck sprains
C. Shin splints
D. Burnout and fatigue

17. A fracture that has no opening in the skin is called a/an
A. open fracture.
B. concealed fracture.
C. complex fracture.
D. closed fracture.

18. Sports that involve a sharp pull to the arm can cause what kind of injury?
A. Carpal tunnel syndrome
B. Syncope
C. Rotator cuff syndrome
D. Epicondylitis

19. Which of the following is the best way to be prepared for a possible emergency?
A. Have insurance
B. Purchase a lot of bandages and other first aid materials
C. Talk to people who have been injured before
D. Have basic emergency strategies memorized or written out in case of need

20. To be fully prepared for emergency situations, you should
A. rely on medical personnel for injuries, no matter how extreme.
B. become certified in CPR.
C. hire a sports medicine specialist to attend to any injuries that occur in your classes.
D. rely on instinct and only alert medical professionals when the injured has stopped breathi

a, d, b, d, a, a, b, d, a, c, b, c, b, c, a, d, d, c, d, b

2008-10-31 13:22:42 by dektov