How can I use a plate of sugar?

Sugar Splint, which is used to immobilize broken or broken bones, is applied in a number of different ways depending on the exact type of splint. Most sugar tiles are designed for use on the lower arms. Some are made of metal or glass fiber with built -in padding. They are designed to be applied directly to the skin, and only require the placement of the plate in a suitable position and then wrap it. Others are made completely from plaster and must be properly padded, set and then packed.

You should first place the joints on both sides of the affected bone. The elbow should be bent at an angle of 90 degrees and wrists and the fingers should be left in a natural position. The thumb and forefinger are often placed to form the shape of "C".

As soon as the joints are set, you must unload the area so that the edges of the sugar splints do not lose or create the patient's skin. For this PU you can use foam or fabric specially designed to hold a splint of sugar slightly away from disabledthe area. If you use a splint with built -in padding, this step will most likely be unnecessary. However, you should check the area after using the splint even if it is pre -developed.

You are now ready to set the splint. Some splints are made of flexible materials that are simply bent into the correct shape for the patient's arm. When using one of these types of divisions, you will simply have to pack some gauze or fabric.

others must be formed in a place with plaster. If you want to apply the plaster to the sugar plate, you must first moisten the long gypsum strips with cool or room temperature with water. Press gently to remove additional water, and then wrap the strips around the splint. The gypsum sets up to about half an hour.

The patient will usually have to be equipped with a strap. This will keep the patient in having to hold his arm at an unpleasant angle. Speciesshould hold the arm near the body while supporting the shoulder.