Splinting?

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Hi all, I am about to start a new job in an non-teaching ED, where I will have to do all/most wound care and splinting etc.

Are there any online tools I can use before I start my job?

Thanks!

j

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At my last ED job, we had to do a splinting inservice and get checked off on a splint before we were expected to actually do them. Also, there were job aids attached to the splinting cart.

I just did a google search and fount a nice powerpoint on splinting in the ED. I bet you could find it too. Google is a beautiful thing!

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Specializes in ED.

Ask for a splinting inservice by an ortho doc or PA. I been splinting for 3 years now but I picked up some good techniques/ tips just last week from an inservice.

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Splint like a pro - ercast.org

These videos will get you through the basics that you need to know.

I also recommend the ercast podcast which is made by the same guy who did the splinting vids. Very informative and entertaining.

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Definitely ask if ORTHO can come down to teach you. They are the most scrupulous when you send a patient to them for follow-up and they will not hesitate to call and find out who did the splinting if it's all jacked up.

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awesome, thank you

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