A fracture means a broken bone.
First aid to patient:
- Seek medical advice as soon as possible
- Stop bleeding by applying direct pressure
- Immobilize the injured area
- Cover the patient with a blanket, in order to keep warm
- Cover open fracture with clean gauze and cloth
Note:
- When you are waiting the ambulance, you could apply temporary splint to fracture site with wooden board or bandage
- Treat for shock. If the patient feels faint or is breathing in short, rapid breaths, lay the patient down with the head slightly lower than the trunk