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What is a possible indication of complications following cast application?
What is a possible indication of complications following cast application?
- Pain controlled with elevation and ice packs
- Pain relieved by immobilization
- Pain associated with the underlying condition
- Unrelieved pain or pain out of proportion (correct)
What is the purpose of petalling and windowing?
What is the purpose of petalling and windowing?
- To smooth the rough edges of casts and resolve skin irritation (correct)
- To observe for signs of systemic infection
- To facilitate movement and exercise of joints
- To assess for pulse or prevent cast syndrome
What is the cause of compartment syndrome?
What is the cause of compartment syndrome?
- Inadequate immobilization
- Underlying condition
- Increased pressure within a confined space (correct)
- Systemic infection
What is the management of suspected acute compartment syndrome?
What is the management of suspected acute compartment syndrome?
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What is the purpose of bi-valving in compartment syndrome management?
What is the purpose of bi-valving in compartment syndrome management?
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What is an indication of systemic infection?
What is an indication of systemic infection?
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What is done to facilitate movement and exercise of joints?
What is done to facilitate movement and exercise of joints?
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What is the consequence of increased pressure within a confined space?
What is the consequence of increased pressure within a confined space?
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What is a common cause of compartment syndrome?
What is a common cause of compartment syndrome?
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What is the significance of hot spots in compartment syndrome?
What is the significance of hot spots in compartment syndrome?
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