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Crush injury - when a part of the body is crushed under heavy weight. The weight and force may cause, bruising, fractures or ruptured organs. Major crush injury can cause serious shock which in turn can be life threatening.
First aid for crush injuries
• Begin ESM and primary survey & scene survey
• Give first aid for shock right away as shock will probably develop even though there may be no signs.
• Keep giving casualty care until medical help arrives. |
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