Cast Immobilization Quiz

Cast Immobilization: Principles, Indications, Complications, and Techniques

• X-ray control should be done on days 1, 7, 14, and 28 after applying a plaster bandage for fractures.
• After each change of bandage support, a control x-ray should be done to check for any issues.
• Medical thrombosis prophylaxis with drugs should be evaluated for lower extremity immobilizations.
• Plaster is indicated for fractures, injury to soft tissues, infections, nerve damage, postoperative bleeding, and pain relief.
• Complications of plastering include sensitivity reactions, compression syndromes, thrombosis, dermonecrosis, and nerve damage.
• The fundamental principles for treatment of fractures include anatomic reduction, immobilization, and mobilization of the affected joints.
• Synthetic bandages made of glass fiber and polyurethane resin are lightweight, waterproof, and allow for quick and easy application.
• Synthetic bandages have variable stiffness and promote the reabsorption of posttraumatic edema.
• Synthetic bandages should be stored at room temperature and applied with gloves to avoid skin and clothing adhesion.
• Ankle joint immobilization is indicated for ligament ruptures, sprains, fractures, and first aid for swelling.
• The Ilizarov fixator is used for fractures, pseudarthrosis, and bone elongations.
• The Sarmiento brace enables functional treatment by allowing early weight bearing and free movement of the knee joint.

Cast Immobilization: Principles, Indications, Complications, and Techniques

• X-ray control should be done on days 1, 7, 14, and 28 after applying a plaster bandage for fractures.
• After each change of bandage support, a control x-ray should be done to check for any issues.
• Medical thrombosis prophylaxis with drugs should be evaluated for lower extremity immobilizations.
• Plaster is indicated for fractures, injury to soft tissues, infections, nerve damage, postoperative bleeding, and pain relief.
• Complications of plastering include sensitivity reactions, compression syndromes, thrombosis, dermonecrosis, and nerve damage.
• The fundamental principles for treatment of fractures include anatomic reduction, immobilization, and mobilization of the affected joints.
• Synthetic bandages made of glass fiber and polyurethane resin are lightweight, waterproof, and allow for quick and easy application.
• Synthetic bandages have variable stiffness and promote the reabsorption of posttraumatic edema.
• Synthetic bandages should be stored at room temperature and applied with gloves to avoid skin and clothing adhesion.
• Ankle joint immobilization is indicated for ligament ruptures, sprains, fractures, and first aid for swelling.
• The Ilizarov fixator is used for fractures, pseudarthrosis, and bone elongations.
• The Sarmiento brace enables functional treatment by allowing early weight bearing and free movement of the knee joint.