The very vulnerability of the preterm infant is an important factor in eliciting protective and providing impulses from men. These babiesâ needs are so apparent that fathers, even though they are likely to be anxious and confused, can feel drawn to protect them even more than healthy newborns.
A triangular bandage is a large triangle of cloth, usually a loose-weave cotton cloth, used in first aid. It is also called a âcravatâ (French for necktie) because it is sometimes folded to the shape of a long narrow band, for certain uses. This type of bandage has many applications:
Ad. An arm sling is the most popular use for a triangular bandage. In order to create a sling, the bandage can be draped down the front of the body. One end of the triangle should be brought over the uninjured shoulder, then carried behind the neck until the end is hanging in the front of the body on the injured side.