Boot Removal Objective: To demonstrate ability to remove snow sports boot on injured lower limb.
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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
Rescuer #1 stabilizes the boot to be removed.
Rescuer #2 unbuckles/unlaces the boot completely.
Rescuer #2 spreads the boot open.
Rescuer #1 stabilizes injured area of leg/ankle by placing one hand on front of ankle and one hand on back of the ankle, holding this position firmly as the boot is removed.
Rescuer #2 gently removes boot by sliding heel away from foot, followed by the toe portion; monitors patient for indications of excessive pain; stops or modifies procedures as appropriate.
Prepares and applies splint, keeping movement of injured extremity to a minimum.
Reassesses CMS after splint is applied.
Treats for shock as indicated
Prepares patient for transport
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