3-12. Elbow Bandage

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To apply a cravat bandage to the elbow —

• a. Bend the arm at the elbow and place the middle of the cravat at the point of the elbow bringing the ends upward (Figure 3-35A).
• b. Bring the ends across, extending both downward (Figure 3-35B).
• c. Take both ends around the arm and tie them with a square knot at the front of the elbow (Figure 3-35C).

Figure 3-35. Elbow bandage (Illustrated A — C).

CAUTION

If an elbow fracture is suspected, DO NOT bend the elbow; bandage it in the position found.