Basic First Aid: When to Apply an Arm Sling?

Part of the Video Series Basic First Aid & Emergency Medical Treatment

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How and when to apply an arm sling for a fracture, dislocation, sprain or strain; get expert tips and instruction for applying basic first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical treatment in this free instructional video.

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Basic First Aid: When to Apply an Arm Sling?
Hi everyone. My name is Amy, and we are going to be talking about fractures, dislocations, springs or strains. It is not necessary to know whether or not the injury is a fracture, dislocation, spring or strain since the care provided is the same. Regardless of the injury, you want to, if possible, mobilize the injury. Sometimes you can tell whether or not a bone has been broken if there is visible deformity to the limb, or if you hear a snapping or a popping or a grating sound. If you want to mobilize the wound when transporting someone, if it is possible to transport them to the hospital versus calling 911.

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Expert: Amy Pearson is certified to teach First Aid and CPR. She has been teaching these classes to staff at Opportunity Resources Inc. in Missoula, Montana, for nine years. Read More