Orthopaedic Technologist Certification Exam: Casting & Splinting Study Guide
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Orthopaedic Technologist
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Orthopaedic Technologist
Orthopaedic Technologist Certification
Exam: Casting & Splinting Study Guide
Bi-valving - Answer-Involves cutting the cast as for removal, and slightly
separating edges with a cast splitter. Used when causing discomfort but NOT
compromising NV status.
Uni-valving - Answer-Involves making a sin...
Applied then trimmed away from anterior and posterior ankle and heel.
Dehne cast - Answer✔✔-AKA three-finger spica cast: used to tx navicular fx's.
Section that covers the thumb, separate section enclosing index and middle fingers.
Gauntlet cast - Answer✔✔-Fx's/dislocations of MC's and phalanges. Short cast that
extends from above the worst to cover part of the palm of the hand. Often has an
extension to control 1 or more of the digits.
Advantages of Fiberglass - Answer✔✔--Ligher
-More comfortable
-More durable (less likely to need repair/replacement)
-More radioluscent
-More water resistant (padding still gets wet)
----> MORE EXPENSIVE :\
Cast removal - Answer✔✔-Mark on cast.
Avoid cutting over bony prominences.
Making cuts on opposite sides.
Retract, don't drag the saw.
Use spreader tool, then bandage scissors for padding.
Short leg cast - Answer✔✔-TX: foot, ankle fx's
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