Scapula
Procedure
- 1.Check distal PMS.
- 2.Apply a large arm sling holding the patient's arm in the most comfortable position.
to the patient's body - in the most comfortable position - with a transportation bandage over the elbow and hand. Gently pull on the transportation bandage to roll the point of the shoulder forward to relieve pain.
- 4.Recheck distal PMS.
- 5.Transport the patient in a position of comfort.
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and positioning the lower arm at 90 degrees to the upper arm.
Slide one end of the triangular up through the hollow that has been created at the patient's elbow. Make sure the point of the triangular bandage is directed toward the elbow.
and over the shoulder on the uninjured side around the neck and over the shoulder on the injured side.
to strengthen it and work it gently toward the hand so that the front edge covers the tip of the little finger.
with the knot located in the hollow just above the collar on the injured side.
- 6.Tuck in the loose ends.
Throughout the procedure the injured arm should be supported either by the patient or an assistant.
- 8.Pad under the knots for comfort.
- 9.Recheck distal pulse, motor response and sensation.
Figure 13-19: Large arm sling
Chapter 13, p. 217