Fracture (Broken Bone).  If you think your child has broken a bone, take him in for a medical exam and an X-ray. Don't let your child put weight or pressure on the bone. Put a splint on the suspected fracture before you move your child so the edges of the fracture won't damage blood vessels.

• Shoulder or arm: Use a sling made of a triangular piece of cloth to support the forearm at an 80° to 90° angle to the upper arm. If you can't make a sling, at least support the injured part with the other hand.
• Leg: After placing a towel between the legs for padding, use the uninjured leg as a splint by binding the thighs and legs together with straps. If you can't do this, at least carry your child and don't permit him to put any weight on the injured leg.
• Neck: Protect the neck from any turning or bending. Do not move your child until a neck brace or spine board has been applied. Call a rescue squad (911) for transportation.