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Dislocations
A dislocation is a displacement of one or
more bones at a joint and most frequently happens at the shoulder, elbow, thumb, finger or
jaw. It can be suspected with pain, inability to move the joint, swelling, bruising.
If in doubt, treat as fracture.
Treatment:
- Make the casualty as comfortable as
possible.
- Seek medical aid.
- Support the injured part in the most
comfortable position with pillows or cushions. Immobilise with bandages or slings if
available.
- Treat as for shock.
- Do not attempt to place bones in
proper positions.
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