Presented by: Jonna Bobeck BSN, RN, CEN

Pullman Regional Hospital CNA

Competency: Knee Immobilizer, Aircast, Sling,

Walking Boot Application

• Describe application of knee immobilizer, aircast, sling, and walking boot.

• Documentation

Objectives

• Have patient lie down• Align knee hole• Thread and secure

buckles

Applying a Standard Knee Immobilizer

Documenting Knee Immobilizer Application

Applying an Aircast

Documenting Aircast Application

Applying an Arm Sling

Documenting Sling Application

Applying a Walking Boot

Documenting Walking Boot Application

References

Perry, A., & Potter, P. (Ed.). (2006). Clinical nursing skills and techniques. St. Louis, MI: Elsevier Mosby.