Author/Editor		Žunkovič, Matjaž
Title		Imobilizacija poškodb spodnjih ekstremitet v predbolnišničnem okolju in priprava na transport
Translated title		Imobilisation of the injured extremities in the prehospital setting and preparation for the transport
Type		članek
Source		In: Bručan A, Gričar M, Vajd R, editors. Urgentna medicina: izbrana poglavja. Zbornik 11. mednarodni simpozij o urgentni medicini; 2004 jun 9-12; Portorož. Ljubljana: Slovensko združenje za urgentno medicino,
Publication year		2004
Volume		str. 393-7
Language		slo
Abstract		The purpose of immobilisation of the injured body and/or extremities is to decrease pain intensity and other threatening complications as a consequence of injuries. With correct immobilisation we decrease the possibility of additional damage to the bones, muscles, nerves, blood vessels and other tissues. With that we can shorten the time of rehabilitation and increase general vitality of the tissues. After correct immobilisation the injured patient feels better and adapts better to the prehospital transportation and in-hospital treatment.
Descriptors		EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES LEG INJURIES IMMOBILIZATION