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How are dislocations treated with first aid?
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Immobilize first: Immobilization in place until a trained medical professional is available. Check for a pulse or normal color of the furthest point from the dislocation and relay that to the personnel. Compromised circulation may dictate your assistance as instructed by the professionals. I.
Answered 8/20/2013
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