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What makes a good improvised splint in the field?

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  1. A rigid support padded against the skin
  2. A thin, bendy branch with no padding
  3. A loose bandanna alone

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References

  1. Mayo Clinic: Fractures (broken bones): First aid www.mayoclinic.org/first-aid/first-aid-fractures/basics/art-20056641 Checked 2026-10-21.
  2. MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: How to make a splint medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000040.htm Checked 2026-10-21.

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