While at recess, a child falls and hurts his arm. The school nurse is called and suspects a fractured arm. The nurse will apply a splint before transporting the child to the hospital. The nurse will ensure that:
A)The splint is applied firmly enough to prevent swelling.
B)The arm is fully extended in the splint.
C)The splint is fully padded to prevent skin damage.
D)The joints above and below the suspected fracture are immobilized.

Question

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The joints above and below the suspected fracture must be immobilized to prevent movement that could worsen the fracture. Option A is incorrect because the splint should not be applied firmly enough to prevent swelling as this can cause additional pressure and pain. Option B is incorrect because the arm should not be fully extended, as this could cause unnecessary stress on the affected area. Option C is incorrect because while the splint should be padded, it does not need to be fully padded to prevent skin damage.

While at Recess, a Child Falls and Hurts His Arm