Today we will talk about such a method of first aid for bruises and wounds as a scarf bandage. Its name speaks for itself. As a dressing, a fabric or gauze scarf is used. Such a bandage serves as a temporary method of immobilization when providing first aid to the victim. This fixation of the affected area of the body is quite important, before the arrival of medical help.
What is this bandage used for? What parts of the body is it applied to? Types and uses
Bandage applied directly to the body or can be applied over a protective bandage.
When a scarf is used:
- for fractures;
- for any damage to the joints, such as dislocation, bruising or sprain;
- in rehabilitation;
- in order to unload the shoulder and shoulder joint.
There are two types of dressings. The first is called open. The second type is closed.
Open bandage used for injury/injury:
- heads;
- feet, heels;
- knees, shins;
- hands, arms, elbows.
In this case, the bandage is used inexpanded form. Closed kerchief - use the material rolled up, like ribbons. A kerchief tape is used as an additional dressing. A bandage or tourniquet is used for open wounds.
What does it take to apply such a bandage?
To apply a bandage is used:
- fabric or gauze scarf;
- bandage;
- pin to secure the bandage.
Kerchief can be purchased at every pharmacy. A scarf is a triangular piece of cotton fabric in standard sizes, available in 113/80/80 cm or 135/100/100 cm.
Rules for applying a kerchief bandage
When applying a bandage, remember:
- Don't put a knot on a wound or injury. The exception is pressing.
- The dressing should not be uncomfortable, tight or loose.
- It should provide sufficient fixation to hold medicines.
Terminology
The longest side of the scarf is called the base.
The corner opposite the bottom is the top.
The other two corners of the scarf are the ends.
A handkerchief is used for bruises, dislocations, damage to the forearm, fractures of the collarbone. With the help of a sling, the limb is in limbo. Making a bandage is easy. This does not require special knowledge and skills. It is very important to be able to provide first aid before the arrival of paramedics.
Step by step instructions. Tips
Steps of applying a handkerchief bandage:
- If there is an open wound, pre-treat it with an antiseptic, cover with a rectangle of sterile gauze.
- The arm is bent at a right angle. The middle of the scarf is held under the forearm. In this case, the ends are tied at the neck.
- The top of the scarf is directed away from the injured forearm. It goes around the elbow, straightens out and is fixed with a pin.
This is one of the options for a kerchief bandage on the upper limb. In some cases, a closed bandage is used. Then a wide ribbon is made from a scarf. Then the injured limb is hung on a sling to fix it, to avoid stretching the muscles of the arm and displacement of the bone in case of fractures.
Cravat Headband: Overlay Technique
This bandage is applied in case of head injury. How to do it? There are several ways. First, consider the first option for applying a bandage.
- The first step is to cover the wound with sterile gauze.
- The bandage is located so that the top is above the nose, the base goes around the head from the bottom up from the back of the head.
- Pull the bandage slightly by the ends and tie them on the forehead, wrap the top, secure with a pin over the knot.
The second option is reversed to the first. That is, the bandage is applied in the same way as in the previous case, but the knot is made at the back of the head. In this embodiment, the overlay is done as if it were necessary to tie an ordinary scarf. The ends are wound back, then crossed and tied in a knot on the forehead. The top is turning. After that, it is fixed with a pin on the back of the head.
Views
With the help of a scarf, you can bandage almost any part of the body. The bandage is used when:
- injury to the limbs, superimposed on the foot or hands;
- damage to the joints, superimposed on the elbow, shoulder, hip and knee joints;
- wounds of the head, facial part (chin bandage).
The scarf is used to make a bandage on the buttocks and perineal area, scrotum, on one or both breasts.
Advantages and disadvantages
Let's start with the benefits of this bandage. Now we will consider them in detail:
- The scarf is very easy to use. Therefore, it is most often used in extreme situations.
- It can be rolled up and used as a tourniquet to stop bleeding.
- It's easy to make a bandage if needed if no one is around to help.
- When transporting the casu alty, the dressing does not need to be removed, it can be made a little looser for more comfort.
One drawback of the scarf is the lack of immobilization of the injured joint or limb. But in emergency situations, this is not so important. And with the use of additional dressings, this can be corrected. The most important thing is to provide first aid to a person in time and do it rightdressing.
Small conclusion
The kerchief was invented a long time ago. But it is nevertheless often used for first aid.
Everyone can get into such a situation that you need to help the victim or yourself. The ability to correctly and competently make a dressing can be very useful. As improvised materials, a piece of fabric torn from clothes or a scarf folded in a triangle can be used; there are no strict rules for a scarf bandage. The bandage will prevent involuntary movements of the limb, which can cause acute pain. Of course, she should be watched so that she does not slip. If necessary, it can be strengthened with a bandage. The scarf is the easiest and most effective way to provide first aid.
