If a victim has a broken forearm, where would you tie the splint when applying?

If a victim has a broken forearm, where would you tie the splint when applying?

• A. Around the wrist only
• B. Above and below the break to immobilize the limb
• C. Only above the break
• D. Only below the break

Answer: (B)

Immobilizing a forearm fracture requires preventing movement at the fracture site by securing the splint both above and below the break. When the splint extends from just above the elbow to just below the wrist, the entire forearm is held steady, which minimizes bone movement, reduces pain, and lowers the risk of further injury to nerves or blood vessels. If you only secure the splint at the wrist or only at one end, the fracture can still move at the unrestrained end, making stabilization ineffective. After applying, check distal circulation and sensation in the fingers to ensure those tissues remain cared for, and reassess as needed.

Immobilizing a forearm fracture requires preventing movement at the fracture site by securing the splint both above and below the break. When the splint extends from just above the elbow to just below the wrist, the entire forearm is held steady, which minimizes bone movement, reduces pain, and lowers the risk of further injury to nerves or blood vessels. If you only secure the splint at the wrist or only at one end, the fracture can still move at the unrestrained end, making stabilization ineffective. After applying, check distal circulation and sensation in the fingers to ensure those tissues remain cared for, and reassess as needed.