Vacuum splint: Difference between revisions
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==Background== | ==Background== | ||
* | *Temporary splint device used primarily in prehospital setting. | ||
==Indications== | ==Indications== | ||
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==Procedure== | ==Procedure== | ||
[[File:Vakuumschiene01.jpg|thumb|Vacuum splint being applied to the leg of an injured skier.]] | |||
===Application=== | ===Application=== | ||
*Assess distal pulse, motor function, and sensation in affected extremity. | *Assess distal pulse, motor function, and sensation in affected extremity. | ||
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**Ensure that the side with intake valve is facing away from skin. | **Ensure that the side with intake valve is facing away from skin. | ||
*Apply suction device and remove air. | *Apply suction device and remove air. | ||
* | *Seal intake valve and remove suction device. | ||
*Secure splint in place with attached straps. | *Secure splint in place with attached straps. | ||
*Reassess distal pulse, motor function, and sensation. | *Reassess distal pulse, motor function, and sensation. | ||
===Removal=== | ===Removal=== | ||
*Disconnect straps | *Open intake valve | ||
* | *Disconnect straps | ||
*Note: DO NOT cut splint itself (will release contents - polystyrene beads) | |||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
Latest revision as of 18:21, 15 March 2023
Background
- Temporary splint device used primarily in prehospital setting.
Indications
- Suspected extremity fracture
Contraindications
Procedure
Application
- Assess distal pulse, motor function, and sensation in affected extremity.
- Hold splint in place around extremity in position of comfort.
- Ensure that the side with intake valve is facing away from skin.
- Apply suction device and remove air.
- Seal intake valve and remove suction device.
- Secure splint in place with attached straps.
- Reassess distal pulse, motor function, and sensation.
Removal
- Open intake valve
- Disconnect straps
- Note: DO NOT cut splint itself (will release contents - polystyrene beads)