Cara Pemasangan Bidai (Splint) - ORTHOBAYA

Summary

This workshop focuses on proper splinting techniques for trauma cases. It covers key topics including the introduction to splints, indications, principles, and step-by-step procedures for applying splints effectively. The goal is to ensure accurate splint application to prevent further injury, reduce pain, and promote healing, especially in cases of fractures or dislocations. The workshop emphasizes proper preparation, safety precautions, and hands-on demonstrations, with the intention of improving skills for healthcare providers dealing with traumatic injuries, including applying the correct techniques to avoid complications.

Takeaways

• 😀 The workshop focuses on teaching proper splinting techniques for first aid in cases of trauma or accidents.
• 😀 The purpose of splinting is to immobilize broken bones, alleviate pain, and prevent further injury or damage to surrounding tissues.
• 😀 Proper splinting can help reduce the risk of complications such as nerve or blood vessel damage and assist in patient transport.
• 😀 There are two types of splints: improvisational splints (made from everyday materials) and conventional splints (pre-made and standardized).
• 😀 Indications for splinting include signs of fractures such as swelling, pain, deformity, or loss of function in a limb.
• 😀 Important principles of splinting include immobilizing the injury site, ensuring splints pass over two joints, and avoiding unnecessary movement of the injured area.
• 😀 Always check for vascular and neurological status before and after splinting to ensure there is no further damage.
• 😀 When applying a splint, make sure it’s neither too tight nor too loose to avoid complications such as impaired circulation.
• 😀 Before applying a splint, ensure the patient is prepared (remove accessories, clean and disinfect wounds, and confirm patient consent).
• 😀 For a more stable splinting, it's recommended to use three splints (posterior, lateral, and medial) when dealing with lower limb fractures to ensure proper immobilization and prevent rotation.

Q & A

What is the main objective of the splinting workshop?

The main objective of the workshop is to teach participants how to properly apply splints as part of first aid for trauma or accidents, focusing on correct procedures, indications, and principles.

Why is it important for a general doctor to be able to apply a splint correctly?

It is important because trauma cases are increasing, and a general doctor must be capable of providing first aid, which includes correctly applying a splint to prevent further injury and complications.

What materials can be used to make a splint?

A splint can be made from materials such as wood, metal, or other strong yet lightweight materials to immobilize a broken bone and relieve pain.

What are the main goals of applying a splint?

The main goals are to prevent movement or shifting of bone fragments, reduce pain, rest the injured body part, avoid further trauma to surrounding soft tissues, and facilitate transport and X-ray imaging.

What is the difference between an improvised splint and a conventional splint?

An improvised splint can be made from materials like a stick, umbrella, or thick magazine during emergencies, while a conventional splint is a pre-made, standard tool used for immobilizing limbs in non-emergency settings.

What are the key indications for using a splint?

Splints should be used in cases of trauma where there are signs of fractures, including swelling, pain, deformity, and loss of function in the affected limb.

What are the main principles to follow when applying a splint?

The main principles include ensuring the splint crosses two joints, removing clothing around the injury, checking for open wounds or signs of fractures, assessing vascular and neurological status, and ensuring the splint is applied without causing further injury or pain.

What should be done if the patient shows signs of vascular or neurological damage before splinting?

Before applying a splint, it's crucial to assess the patient's vascular and neurological status, as these are vital to preventing further harm. If necessary, the splint should be adjusted or repositioned to avoid causing additional damage.

How should the splint be applied to ensure it does not cause harm?

The splint should be applied gently and not too tightly, ensuring it crosses two joints and does not interfere with blood flow. The positioning should be secure but comfortable, with enough padding to avoid skin damage.

What steps should be taken when preparing the patient for splinting?

Before applying the splint, the patient's shoes and accessories should be removed, the affected limb should be examined for wounds, and any necessary cleaning and antiseptic treatment should be performed. The splint should be sized by comparing it with the healthy limb, and the area should be cushioned with soft materials before splinting.