Ask the patient to remain still Immobilise the forearm with a padded splint and broad bandages to prevent movement at the joints above and below Watch for signs of loss of circulation to hand Seek medical aid Head injuries and concussion If concussed, place the player in a comfortable position with head and shoulders slightly raised In unconscious, place in recovery position clear and open airway, monitor breathing Support the player’s head and neck and avoid any twisting movement Control any bleeding but do not apply pressure to the skull If blood of clear fluid comes from the ear, cover with a sterile dressing and lay the player on their side to allow the fluid to drain Cramps Gently stretch the muscle fully Apply icepacks Massage gently if it assist in relieving pain Electrocution for danger Switch off power if possible Remove the casualty from the area without actually touching the casualty directly. DRSABCD Call ‘000’ Nasal and teeth injuries Assess for associated head injuries, concussion or neck injuries Manage bleeding Instruct casualty to NOT blow their nose Seek medical assistance Clean any dirt off tooth with the players own saliva or milk Put tooth back into open socket Ask the player to help tooth in place or wrap the tooth in plastic and store in milk Dislocation DRSABCD Do not attempt to put the dislocated shoulder back in Check circulation Rest and support the arm Apply ice packs to the shoulder joint.
Ask the patient to remain still Immobilise the forearm with a padded splint and broad bandages to prevent movement at the joints above and below Watch for signs of loss of circulation to hand Seek medical aid Head injuries and concussion If concussed, place the player in a comfortable position with head and shoulders slightly raised In unconscious, place in recovery position clear and open airway, monitor breathing Support the player’s head and neck and avoid any twisting movement Control any bleeding but do not apply pressure to the skull If blood of clear fluid comes from the ear, cover with a sterile dressing and lay the player on their side to allow the fluid to drain Cramps Gently stretch the muscle fully Apply icepacks Massage gently if it assist in relieving pain Electrocution for danger Switch off power if possible Remove the casualty from the area without actually touching the casualty directly. DRSABCD Call ‘000’ Nasal and teeth injuries Assess for associated head injuries, concussion or neck injuries Manage bleeding Instruct casualty to NOT blow their nose Seek medical assistance Clean any dirt off tooth with the players own saliva or milk Put tooth back into open socket Ask the player to help tooth in place or wrap the tooth in plastic and store in milk Dislocation DRSABCD Do not attempt to put the dislocated shoulder back in Check circulation Rest and support the arm Apply ice packs to the shoulder joint.
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