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What is splinting?

Splinting is a method of immobilizing an injured part to minimize movement and prevent further... Full Answer

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How should I care for a muscle injury using RICE?

REST -- Do not move or straighten the injured area. IMMOBILIZE -- Stabilize the injured area in... Full Answer

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Should I call 9-1-1 for someone with a muscle injury?

Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number for the following situations: There is obvious... Full Answer

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What are signs of a severe muscle injury?

Always suspect a severe injury when any of the following signs are present: One of the most... Full Answer

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How should I care for a joint injury using RICE?

REST -- Do not move or straighten the injured area. IMMOBILIZE -- Stabilize the injured area in... Full Answer

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Should I call 9-1-1 for someone with a joint injury?

Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number for the following situations: There is obvious... Full Answer

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What are signs of a severe joint injury?

Always suspect a severe injury when any of the following signs are present: One of the most... Full Answer

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How should I care for someone who may have a concussion?

To care for a person with a suspected concussion: Support the head and neck in the position in... Full Answer

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How should I care for someone with a head, neck, or spinal injury?

The best care you can give is to minimize movement of the person’s head, neck, and spine.... Full Answer

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Should I call 9-1-1 for someone who may have a concussion?

Every suspected concussion should be treated seriously -- call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. Full Answer

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Should I call 9-1-1 for someone with a head, neck, or spinal injury?

If you think a person has a head, neck, or spinal injury, always call 9-1-1 or the local... Full Answer

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What are the symptoms of a concussion?

Signs of a concussion include: Confusion, which may last from moments to several minutes... Full Answer

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What is a concussion?

A concussion is a type of brain injury that involves a temporary loss of brain function... Full Answer

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What are signs of a head, neck, or spinal injury?

You should suspect a head, neck, or spinal injury if the person: Was involved in a motor... Full Answer

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How should I care for someone with a broken pelvis?

Because an injury to the pelvis also can involve injury to the lower spine, it is best not to... Full Answer

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