Vacuum splint

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Pre-hospital

Indications

  • Suspected extremity fractures
  • Can be used in place of most other pre-hospital splints
    • Board
    • Cardboard

Application

  • Hold in place around extremity in position of comfort
  • Assess that pulse is present below where the device will be applied
  • Ensure that the intake valve is facing away from the patient
  • Attach manual suction to port and suction out all air
    • Some manufacturers make port compatible with impact suction devices
  • Adjust as needed
  • When all air is suctioned out, use the straps on device to secure in place
    • Use triangle bandages to secure further if needed
  • Asses pulse below the splint, continue every 10 mins

Hospital management

  • Use protocols to determine when it is the proper time to remove it
  • Remove by unstrapping the attached straps
  • DO NOT CUT OFF PATIENT, WILL RELEASE THE INTERNAL CONTENTS
  • Use protocols to return to agency

See also

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