Objectives Clinical Assessments and Interventions Follow-up Actions 205 ● Elevate the limb after splinting if there are no contraindications, such as suspected pelvic fractures, spinal injury, or skull fractures. ● If pelvic fracture is suspected, prevent movement and avoid log-rolling. ● Protect cervical spine as appropriate. ● Arrange immediate medical care with the employee’s personal health care provider or transport to hospital. Guideline continues on next page

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