Blanket Roll Splint for Shoulder Objective:To demonstrate the appropriate use of a blanket roll for shoulder splinting/stabilization.
11 November 2018 - 00:27
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Skill
CPI
Determines scene is safe
Introduces self, obtains permission to help/treat.
Script
"Hi, my name is … and I'm with the ski patrol. Is it alright if I examine you and see what we can do to help you out?"
Initiates Standard Precautions
Related
Exposes injury to access and manage the
Places blanket on flat surface, sizing the roll by folding the blanket to fit the size needed.
Places four cravats crosswise on one end of folded blanket; rolls blanket firmly, including cravats.
While helper holds blanket roll in place, ties one set of cravats over the opposite shoulder around the neck.
Positions rolled blanket and cravats snugly in the axilla (armpit) of the dislocated shoulder.
Stabilizes hand and forearm on the blanket with the remaining two cravats.
Secures second cravat around the patient’s waist.
Applies cooling method to help reduce swelling/bruising
Prepares patient for transport
Provides oxygen/treat for shock if appropriate
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