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How should I care for a bone injury using RICE?
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Should I call 9-1-1 for someone with a broken pelvis?
Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number if you suspect a pelvic injury. Full Answer12/31/1969
Should I call 9-1-1 for someone with broken ribs?
If you think that the injury is serious, involves trouble breathing, or the spine also has been... Full Answer12/31/1969
Should I call 9-1-1 for someone with a bone injury?
Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number for the following situations: There is obvious... Full Answer12/31/1969
Is a pelvis injury life threatening?
An injury to the pelvis may be serious or life threatening because of the risk of damage to... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are signs of a broken pelvis?
Signs of a pelvic injury include the following: Severe pain Bruising Possible external... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are signs of a broken rib?
A person with a broken rib generally remains calm. However, a person with a broken rib will... Full Answer12/31/1969
How can I tell if someone has a severe bone injury?
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Are fractures life threatening?
In general, fractures are life threatening only if they involve breaks in large bones such as the... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is a closed fracture?
In a closed fracture the skin is not broken. Closed fractures are more common than open... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is an open (compound) fracture?
An open fracture involves an open wound. It occurs when the end of a bone tears through the... Full Answer12/31/1969
How should I use a manufactured tourniquet to control bleeding?
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How should I care for someone with external bleeding?
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How should I care for a closed abdominal injury?
To care for a closed wound to the abdomen: While keeping the injured area still, apply cold to... Full Answer12/31/1969
How should I care for an open abdominal injury?
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