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Management Of Injuries

Management Of Injuries. Dislocations Head Injuries And Concussion. Dislocations . A dislocation can occur when extreme force is placed on the ligaments around a joint, causing the ends of the two connected bones of the joint to separate. . Dislocations .

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Management Of Injuries

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  1. Management Of Injuries Dislocations Head Injuries And Concussion

  2. Dislocations • A dislocation can occur when extreme force is placed on the ligaments around a joint, causing the ends of the two connected bones of the joint to separate.

  3. Dislocations • Dislocations can be extremely painful and can have a result of damage to surrounding ligaments, tissues, nerves and blood vessels.

  4. Dislocations • Signs and symptoms • Pain at or around the injured area • Swelling • Difficulty using or moving the joint normally • Deformation of the dislocated area • Loss of power • Warmth, bruising or redness in the area • Management • To manage the dislocation, commence DRSABCDif needed. Apply ice pack, rest and support the area. Do not attempt to put it back into place, monitor for loss of circulation and seek for medical help.

  5. Head injuries and concussion • A head injury refers to trauma to the head which can be the result of factors including car accidents, falls, sporting collisions or assaults. Many superficial head injuries may bleed profusely due to the scalp being rich with blood vessels, but tend not to be dangerous.

  6. Head injuries and concussion • Internal head injuries, however, may lead to death or permanent brain damage and, therefore, require urgent medical attention.

  7. Head injuries and concussion • Concussion is a temporary loss or altered state of consciousness, which can occur following a blow to the head. • A concussion should be treated seriously, as there might be internal damage. Someone that experiences concussion may recover quick, but should be monitored for a few hours after closely and should not sleep.

  8. Head injuries and concussion • Signs and symptoms • Unconsciousness • Slurred speech • Blurred vision • Loss of memory • Vomiting or nausea • Unable to coordinate • Management • To manage the dislocation, commence DRSABCD if needed. Calm the patient, support their head and reassure them if not bleeding. Monitor for signs of life and shock also ensure medical assistance is on the way.

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