a. Apply a cravat to immobilize a fractured jaw as
illustrated in Figure 4-23. Direct all
bandaging support to the top of the casualty's head, not to the back
of his neck. If incorrectly placed, the bandage will pull the
casualty's jaw back and interfere with his breathing.
CAUTION
Casualties with lower jaw (mandible) fractures cannot be laid flat
on their backs
because facial muscles will relax and may cause an airway
obstruction.
b. Apply two belts, a sling, and a cravat to immobilize a
fractured collarbone, as illustrated in Figure
4-24.
c. Apply a sling and a cravat to immobilize a fractured
or dislocated shoulder, using the technique illustrated in
Figure 4-25.
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