Skills Test 2: Cast & Traction with 100% correct answers
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Skills Te2: Cast & Traction
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Skills Te2: Cast & Traction
Management of musculoskeletal injuries/disorders frequently include what? correct answersThe use of casts, splints, braces, traction, surgery or a combination of these
What is the purpose of immobilization devices correct answersto increase stability of bones and joints, support an extremity, or...
Management of musculoskeletal injuries/disorders frequently include what? correct answersThe use of
casts, splints, braces, traction, surgery or a combination of these
What is the purpose of immobilization devices correct answersto increase stability of bones and joints,
support an extremity, or reduce the load on weight bearing structures.
what are the different types of immobilization devices correct answerssplint
sling
abduction pillow
(shoulder/arm) immobilizer
soft cervical collar
hard cervical collar
knee immobilizer
why are cast used? correct answersto immobilize a reduced fracture
correct or prevent deformity
apply uniform pressure to underlying soft tissues
support or stabilize weakened joings
ease pain, swelling, and muscle spasms
What is a cast correct answersa rigid external immobilizing device that is molded to the contours of the
body
, Wet plaster cast should be handled how? correct answerswith the palms of the hands to prevent
indention
exposed to circulating air to dry
when dry, cast will have a hard white shiny appearance
Assessment of assisting with cast application correct answersidentify patient
Teach or assess patient understanding about procedure
assess patient pain level
determine extent to which patient will be able to use extremity (self care)
assess patient understanding of the bone healing process
Planning of assisting with cast application correct answersshould focus on :
- skin integrity
- comfort and self care
- mobility
- prevention of neuromuscular complications
- maintenance of cast integrity
Evaluation of cast application correct answersPerform Nuer-vascular assessment every 1-2 hrs for the
first 24 hrs.
Assess the 6 P's
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