TRAUMA SERIES - IMPALED OBJECT

Updated  6/24

An object is considered to be impaled if it has penetrated and is
fixed to the person.It is a form of trauma. An object may become
impaled in any part of the body and may occur inside or outside.

                                             Impaled object

Helpful hints:

-  an object becomes impaled in someone's body, it is advisable to
   secure the object as close to the body as possible.

- Cover the object with a dressing or something clean.
- Monitor the site for bleeding and apply pressure if necessary.

  It is also advisable to monitor the person for signs of shock.
- Get help ASAP!