Vacuum splint: Difference between revisions

Revision as of 20:51, 22 July 2015

Primarily used in prehospital setting by EMT's, Paramedics, etc as a temporary splinting device.
One of several options including cardboard splints, SAM splint, etc.

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.
Remove suction device and seal intake valve.
Secure splint in place with attached straps.
Reassess distal pulse, motor function, and sensation.

Disconnect straps to remove
- DO NOT cut splint itself (will release contents - polystyrene beads)

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 ==Indications==
-*Suspected extremity fractures
+*Suspected extremity fracture
 ==Contraindications==
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 ==Procedure==
 ===Application===
-*Hold in place around extremity in position of comfort
+*Assess distal pulse, motor function, and sensation in affected extremity.
-*Assess that pulse is present below where the device will be applied
+*Hold splint in place around extremity in position of comfort.
-*Ensure that the intake valve is facing away from the patient
+**Ensure that the side with intake valve is facing away from skin.
-*Attach manual suction to port and suction out all air
+*Apply suction device and remove air.
-**Some manufacturers make port compatible with impact suction devices
+*Remove suction device and seal intake valve.
-*Adjust as needed
+*Secure splint in place with attached straps.
-*When all air is suctioned out, use the straps on device to secure in place
+*Reassess distal pulse, motor function, and sensation.
-**Use triangle bandages to secure further if needed
-*Asses pulse below the splint, continue every 10 mins
 ===Removal===