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Signs Of Bone Problems
Bone - broken; Fracture; Stress fracture
First Aid
- Check the person's airway and breathing. If necessary, call 911 and begin rescue breathing,
CPR , orbleeding control . - Keep the person still and calm.
- Examine the person closely for other injuries.
- In most cases, if medical help responds quickly, allow the medical personnel to take further action.
- If the skin is broken, it should be treated immediately to prevent infection. Don't breathe on the
wound or probe it. If possible, lightly...
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