By Madeeha Rawn, Carlene Crane, Haley Chapple, Kim Whiteford First Aid Training Sling Application WELCOME TO OUR TRAINING SESSION TODAY WE WILL BE TRAINING ON SLING APPLICATION, THE TRAINING WILL LAST APPROXIMATELY 20 MINS, IN WHICH WE WILL ALLOW TIME FOR QUESTIONS AT THE END. WE WILL START THE TRAINING SESSION OFF WITH A SLIDE SHOW PRESENTATION IN WHICH WE WILL GO THROUGH THE BASIC USE OF SLINGS, WE WILL THEN SHOW A SHORT VIDEO CLIP ON HOW TO APPLY A SLING, THEN KIM AND I WILL DEMONSTRATE HOW ONE WOULD APPLY A SLING ON AN INJURED PERSON. YOU WILL THEN HAVE A CHANCE TO APPLY A SLING ON EACH OTHER AS WE ALL KNOW PRACTICE BY DOING IS A GREAT WAY TO LEARN!!!! AT THIS TIME CAN I PLEASE ASK YOU TO SWITCH OFF ANY MOBILE PHONE OR PUT THEM ON SILENT. Evaluation sheets – CARLENE/HAYLEY Questionnaires at the end - ? Handout with step by step sling application - KIM By Madeeha Rawn, Carlene Crane, Haley Chapple, Kim Whiteford

Learning Outcome To understand when it is necessary to use a sling on an injured person To have knowledge of the different types of slings and there uses To be able to apply an elevated sling on an injured person

When would I need a Sling? Different slings are used for different injuries, the most common sling are those for the arm or shoulder. Slings can be used in injuries to the arm; this could be a fracture to a sprained arm and even a fracture to the collar bone or broken ribs Slings can also be used to alleviate bleeding on injured arm.

How Does a Sling Help? Immobilises the arm to promote the healing process Sling acts as a protective barrier Reduces swelling Controls bleeding Wearing a sling immobilises the arm, limiting the injured arms activity which will promote healing. If an arm is injured, moving it can make the injury worse. Putting an arm in a sling can prevent arm movement thus speeding up the recovery/ healing process. A sling keeps the injured arm close to the body thus preventing it from being hyper extended, twisted or getting knocked. Keeping an injured arm in a sling can reduce swelling/inflammation. Keeping the arm in an elevated position helps the blood flow evenly which helps speed up the healing process. The amount of time you may need to wear a sling may vary to the extent of the injury

Different types of Slings Lower Arm Sling Elevated Sling Collar & Cuff Sling Lower Arm Sling: Used to provide support to the lower arm by placing it horizontally across the body, in a more neutral position. You may use the arm sling for fractures to the lower arm or wrist. Elevated Sling: Provides support to the upper arm by keeping it elevated above heart level, this can also reduce swelling and pain. You may use an elevated arm sling in circumstances such as fractures to the collarbone, upper arm or fingers. This type of sling would also be used for a injured bleeding arm. Collar and Cuff Sling: Used to provide support to the shoulder or collarbone. Helps to immobilise the arm and shoulder If you suspect a fractured collarbone supporting the shoulder with this sling will help to reduce mobility of the arm, thus improved control WE ARE GOING TO CONCENTRATE ON THE TRIANGULAR ELEVATED SLING TODAY!!!

Elevated Sling Also known as the upper arm sling The most popular type of sling This sling provides support to the upper half of the arm, positioning the hand raised above heart level Helps with fractures Reduces swelling Helps control bleeding PLAY VIDEO AT THE END OF THIS SLIDE!!!!!

Now lets look at the sling application handout The handout should provide a step to step guide which shows how one can apply an elevated sling on themselves or an injured person. ***********Must remember to tell the learners that once the sling is tied in place it is important to check the blood flow through the injured arm…..this can be done by moving the fingers or tapping at the wrist***********

How to make a Lower Arm Sling Cut a piece of cloth 40inx40in You should then fold the square piece of cloth in half into a triangular shape. Slip one end of the bandage under and over the shoulder as shown in the diagram. Bring the other end of the cloth over the arm so it cradles the injured arm. IF YOU DON’T HAVE A TRIANGULAR SLING BANDAGE, YOU CAN MAKE YOUR OWN WITH A PIECE OF CLOTH. IN EMERGENCIES THIS CAN BE USEFUL. Tie the ends of the bandage behind the neck And fasten the bandage by the elbow with a safety pin.

Any questions……………….

Further Information If you are interested in attending local ‘Basic First Aid Training’ courses conducted by members of St. John’s Ambulance please visit: http://www.sja.org.uk/sja/training-courses/course-search.aspx Prices for the course start at £16

Thank You

Open Demonstration Space for Facilitators Floor Plan (Room N101) Pit Stop – for questions throughout the session Lecturer Desk Open Demonstration Space for Facilitators Observer Desk Floor plan, provide this to Alan at the beginning of the session, this will not be included in the presentation itself. Learner Desk

Trainer Objectives To provide an adequate foundation on sling application, so that learners are able to apply the knowledge given to them in the session to a real life situation To engage the learners successfully in the session Take into account learning styles of the delegates These are our trainer objectives, provide this to Alan at the beginning of the session, this slide will not be included in the presentation itself.