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Sprains, Strains, Dislocations, Sunburns.

A. By: Joey Hill, Marissa Williams, Jeff Shortencarrier , Mariah Mikus. R. T. F. !. I. I. S. D. Sprains, Strains, Dislocations, Sunburns. Strains. Strain – can result form overexerting or pulling a muscle. Symptoms: Dull pain that worsens with movement of the injured area

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Sprains, Strains, Dislocations, Sunburns.

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  1. A By: Joey Hill, Marissa Williams, Jeff Shortencarrier, Mariah Mikus R T F ! I I S D Sprains, Strains, Dislocations, Sunburns.

  2. Strains • Strain – can result form overexerting or pulling a muscle. • Symptoms: • Dull pain that worsens with movement of the injured area • Swelling around the injured area

  3. Strain

  4. Sprains • Sprain – An injury to a ligament. • Symptoms: • A popping sound or tearing sensation at the time of injury. • Pain in the injured joint, especially when moving in. • Swelling of the joint. • Tenderness when the injured area is touched • Discoloration (black and blue) around the injured area

  5. Sprain

  6. Sprains and Strains Treatment • RICE can help you remember the steps to take when applying first aid help to either strains and/or sprains. • R- rest the injured area and avoid using • I- ice the area during the first 24 hours to reduce swelling. After that, periodically apply moist heat to the area. • C- compress the area with an elastic wrap • E- elevate the injured are to prevent pr limit swelling.

  7. Dislocations • Dislocation – A joint that is twisted or overstressed. • Symptoms: Swelling and deformity around the injured area Inability to move the joint, or pain when moving the joint Discoloration, tenderness, or numbness

  8. DislocationTreatment Step 1) Do not move the injured limb or try to put a dislocated bone back into its place. Step 2) Place the victim in a comfortable position. Step 3) Stabilize the injured body part with a sling or a splint. Step 4) Seek medical attention promtly.

  9. Dislocation

  10. Sunburns • Sunburn - Sun ultraviolet radiation irritation of the skin. • Prevention : • Use sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or more. Symptoms: Reddened skin Pain in the area of the burn Blisters in the burned area

  11. Sunburn Treatment • Step 1) Cover the victim’s skin with light clothing or a towel. • Step 2) Help the victim move indoors or into the shade. • Step 3) Pour cold water on the cloth covering the burned area to cool the skin and relieve the pain. • Step 4)Encourage the person to take frequent sips of cold water • Step 5) For severe sunburn, seek medical help.

  12. Sunburn

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