TQUK Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid - Online Blended Part 1

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Fractures

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Understanding Fractures and Dislocations

Types of Bone Injuries

Fractures

Fractures are breaks in the bones:

  • Closed fractures: Bone is broken without breaking the skin.
  • Compound fractures: Bone punctures through the skin.
  • Complicated fractures: Involves nerve damage alongside the bone break.

Dislocations

Dislocations occur when a joint comes out of its normal position:

  • Definition: Joint separation due to trauma.

Causes of Fractures

Fractures can occur due to various reasons:

  • Falling, being hit, joint pulling or twisting, crushing, or bending of a bone.

Symptoms and Signs

Recognising fractures by their symptoms:

  • Pain, deformity, bruising, swelling, and immobility around the injured area.
  • May observe limb shortening or difficulty in moving the affected part.
  • Symptoms vary depending on the location of the fracture (e.g., skull vs. leg).

Types of Fractures

Distinguishing between different fracture types:

  • Closed fractures: Skin remains intact with possible bone crack.
  • Open fractures: Bone protrudes through the skin, causing additional complications like bleeding and distress.
  • Stable fractures: Bone ends remain aligned without movement.
  • Unstable fractures: Bone ends can shift, requiring careful handling to prevent tissue damage.

Treatment and First Aid

First aid measures for fractures:

  • Immobilize the limb in the found position to prevent further damage.
  • Seek professional medical assistance promptly.

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