Asked by Jordan Taylor on Apr 24, 2024
Which of the following is included in cast care?
A) Keep the cast below the level of the heart for the first day
B) Use a coat hanger to scratch inside the cast
C) Report any pain, swelling, discoloration, lack of pulsation, warmth, or inability to move
D) Resume all activities, including strenuous activities and walking for extended periods
E) Shower quickly so the cast is not exposed to water for more than 2 minutes
Cast Care
The maintenance and upkeep practices required for a cast that is used to support and protect a broken bone as it heals.
Discoloration
A change in color of a body part, typically indicative of injury or disease.
Pulsation
A rhythmic throbbing or beating, often related to the heartbeat or the flow of blood within the arteries.
- Acquire knowledge on the appropriate emergency treatments for common injuries and bites.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the appropriate emergency treatments for common injuries and bites.