not water-resistant so must not get wet, skin problems can occur correct answersHeavy plaster cast
type we don't want to use if a severe fx correct answersSynthetic
Lighter, water-resistant, does not soften when wet, diminishes skin problems, porous correct answersSynthetic
NSG assessment ...
not water-resistant so must not get wet, skin problems can occur correct answersHeavy plaster cast
type we don't want to use if a severe fx correct answersSynthetic
Lighter, water-resistant, does not soften when wet, diminishes skin problems, porous correct
answersSynthetic
NSG assessment correct answersv/s Q10 minutes post sx
Pulses: Check pulses distal to the injury & assess for circulation
Color: Check injured extremity for pink, brisk, capillary refill
Temperature: Check extremity for warmth
Swelling: Check for increase in swelling
Pain: Monitor for severe pain not relieved by analgesics
Report abnormal findings promptly!
compartment syndrome correct answersmay occur which results in permanent damage (swelling & >
pressure occurs within a limited space, presses on & harms function of blood vessels, nerves &/or
tendons in that compartment) = irreversible (emergency)
5 Ps correct answersPallor, Pain, Pulse, Parenthesis, & Paralysis! = indications department syndrome may
be occurring
If ________ cast gets wet, dry with __________ on ____________ correct answersIf fiberglass cast gets
wet, dry with hair dryer on cool setting
After-cast care correct answersWash skin gently
Apply baby powder, cornstarch or baby oil
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