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What characteristic is NOT typically associated with a poorly made plaster cast?
What characteristic is NOT typically associated with a poorly made plaster cast?
- 'Onion skinning' effect
- Uneven plaster thickness
- Smooth surface texture (correct)
- Fuzziness in appearance
Which symptom indicates that a plaster cast may have been improperly constructed?
Which symptom indicates that a plaster cast may have been improperly constructed?
- Presence of onion skinning (correct)
- Regular drying pattern
- Consistent thickness throughout
- Even application of plaster
How might a badly made cast visually present itself?
How might a badly made cast visually present itself?
- With a shiny finish
- Maintaining a rigid structure
- Displaying uniform color
- Exhibiting fuzzy edges (correct)
What is one potential consequence of an uneven plaster thickness in a cast?
What is one potential consequence of an uneven plaster thickness in a cast?
What does the term 'onion skinning' refer to in the context of plaster casts?
What does the term 'onion skinning' refer to in the context of plaster casts?
What should you do if the splint material exceeds the length of the limb?
What should you do if the splint material exceeds the length of the limb?
Which type of bandage should be used to secure the splint after application?
Which type of bandage should be used to secure the splint after application?
What is the initial step before securing the splint to the limb?
What is the initial step before securing the splint to the limb?
What is the function of the splint material in this context?
What is the function of the splint material in this context?
Which of the following is a potential issue if the splint is applied incorrectly?
Which of the following is a potential issue if the splint is applied incorrectly?
ما هو الهدف الرئيسي من ترقيق الجبس أثناء لف كل طبقة من الجبيرة؟
ما هو الهدف الرئيسي من ترقيق الجبس أثناء لف كل طبقة من الجبيرة؟
ما الذي قد يحدث إذا تم إهمال عملية الترقق أثناء لف الجبيرة؟
ما الذي قد يحدث إذا تم إهمال عملية الترقق أثناء لف الجبيرة؟
أي من الخيارات التالية يمثل الممارسة الصحيحة عند إعداد الجبيرة؟
أي من الخيارات التالية يمثل الممارسة الصحيحة عند إعداد الجبيرة؟
ما هي النتيجة المحتملة لفشل الترقق بشكل صحيح عند تطبيق الجبيرة؟
ما هي النتيجة المحتملة لفشل الترقق بشكل صحيح عند تطبيق الجبيرة؟
ما هو الغرض من استخدام الجبس الناعم خلال عملية الترقق في الجبيرة؟
ما هو الغرض من استخدام الجبس الناعم خلال عملية الترقق في الجبيرة؟
ما هي الوضعية الصحيحة للمريض عند استخدام تقنية "دراما كوين"؟
ما هي الوضعية الصحيحة للمريض عند استخدام تقنية "دراما كوين"؟
ما هو الموقف الصحيح لثني المرفق عند إعادة وضع المريض باستخدام تقنية "دراما كوين"؟
ما هو الموقف الصحيح لثني المرفق عند إعادة وضع المريض باستخدام تقنية "دراما كوين"؟
ما الخطوة المطلوبة بعد إعادة وضع المريض باستخدام تقنية "دراما كوين"؟
ما الخطوة المطلوبة بعد إعادة وضع المريض باستخدام تقنية "دراما كوين"؟
أي من الخيارات التالية هو الوضع المثالي لوضع اليد أثناء استخدام تقنية "دراما كوين"؟
أي من الخيارات التالية هو الوضع المثالي لوضع اليد أثناء استخدام تقنية "دراما كوين"؟
ما هي الزاوية المناسبة التي يجب أن يكون عليها المرفق أثناء استخدام تقنية "دراما كوين"؟
ما هي الزاوية المناسبة التي يجب أن يكون عليها المرفق أثناء استخدام تقنية "دراما كوين"؟
What is the main focus when applying a coaptation splint?
What is the main focus when applying a coaptation splint?
What action should a patient take to facilitate the proper application of the splint?
What action should a patient take to facilitate the proper application of the splint?
What is the primary benefit of using cast padding before applying the elastic bandage?
What is the primary benefit of using cast padding before applying the elastic bandage?
Which of the following is a recommended practice during the application of a sling?
Which of the following is a recommended practice during the application of a sling?
Which improper technique can lead to a poorly applied splint?
Which improper technique can lead to a poorly applied splint?
Which step follows the measurement of the splint length according to standard practice?
Which step follows the measurement of the splint length according to standard practice?
What is the primary purpose of applying a splint after preparing plaster?
What is the primary purpose of applying a splint after preparing plaster?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for securing the splint after application?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for securing the splint after application?
In the context of applying a splint, what is the purpose of performing a three-point mold?
In the context of applying a splint, what is the purpose of performing a three-point mold?
How should the length of the splint be determined according to best practices in casting?
How should the length of the splint be determined according to best practices in casting?
ما هي الخطوة الأساسية التي تلي وضع القماش القطني على الطرف؟
ما هي الخطوة الأساسية التي تلي وضع القماش القطني على الطرف؟
أي من الخيارات التالية تضمن فعالية استخدام القماش القطني عند وضعه على الطرف؟
أي من الخيارات التالية تضمن فعالية استخدام القماش القطني عند وضعه على الطرف؟
ما الأهمية من وضع القماش القطني على الطرف بشكل صحيح قبل تطبيق الجبيرة؟
ما الأهمية من وضع القماش القطني على الطرف بشكل صحيح قبل تطبيق الجبيرة؟
ما الذي ينبغي تجنبه عند وضع القماش القطني على الطرف؟
ما الذي ينبغي تجنبه عند وضع القماش القطني على الطرف؟
ما اللازمة عند الانتهاء من وضع القماش القطني على الطرف؟
ما اللازمة عند الانتهاء من وضع القماش القطني على الطرف؟
ما هو الهدف الأساسي من ضبط ضمادة figure-of-8 بحيث تكون مشدودة قدر الإمكان وفي نفس الوقت مريحة للارتداء؟
ما هو الهدف الأساسي من ضبط ضمادة figure-of-8 بحيث تكون مشدودة قدر الإمكان وفي نفس الوقت مريحة للارتداء؟
أي من الخيارات التالية يُستخدم بشكل شائع كذراع sling لعلاج العديد من الحالات؟
أي من الخيارات التالية يُستخدم بشكل شائع كذراع sling لعلاج العديد من الحالات؟
أي من التالي يعتبر خطوة مهمة قبل تطبيق ضمادة figure-of-8؟
أي من التالي يعتبر خطوة مهمة قبل تطبيق ضمادة figure-of-8؟
ما هي الميزة الأساسية لاستخدام sling شاملة عند معالجة إصابات الذراع؟
ما هي الميزة الأساسية لاستخدام sling شاملة عند معالجة إصابات الذراع؟
ما هو الخطر المحتمل الناتج عن عدم ضبط ضمادة figure-of-8 بشكل صحيح؟
ما هو الخطر المحتمل الناتج عن عدم ضبط ضمادة figure-of-8 بشكل صحيح؟
Flashcards
What is a double spica cast used for?
What is a double spica cast used for?
A cast that is used for concomitant pelvic or hip injuries. It's typically long and covers the entire leg, the pelvis, and sometimes the torso.
What is "onion skinning" in a plaster cast?
What is "onion skinning" in a plaster cast?
A sign of poor craftsmanship in a plaster cast. It signifies uneven plaster thickness, resembling multiple thin layers.
What is a 1 1/2 spica cast used for?
What is a 1 1/2 spica cast used for?
Used for proximal or mid-diaphyseal femoral fractures. It involves the thigh bone and is typically used for older children.
What is a single leg spica cast used for?
What is a single leg spica cast used for?
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What does 'laminating' mean in the context of applying a plaster cast?
What does 'laminating' mean in the context of applying a plaster cast?
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What is a common mistake to avoid when applying a long leg cast?
What is a common mistake to avoid when applying a long leg cast?
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What is a "fuzzy appearance" in a plaster cast?
What is a "fuzzy appearance" in a plaster cast?
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What is a thumb spica cast?
What is a thumb spica cast?
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What is an arm sling?
What is an arm sling?
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What is "rolling" in the context of plaster casting?
What is "rolling" in the context of plaster casting?
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What is "compressing" in plaster casting?
What is "compressing" in plaster casting?
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What is a thumb spica cast used for?
What is a thumb spica cast used for?
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What is a sugar-tong splint?
What is a sugar-tong splint?
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What is a long leg cast?
What is a long leg cast?
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What is a cylinder cast?
What is a cylinder cast?
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What is a coaptation splint?
What is a coaptation splint?
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What is a spica cast?
What is a spica cast?
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How can you make the process of measuring for a sugar-tong splint more comfortable for the patient?
How can you make the process of measuring for a sugar-tong splint more comfortable for the patient?
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What is a potential complication of excessive hip flexion during the application of a cylinder cast?
What is a potential complication of excessive hip flexion during the application of a cylinder cast?
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What is the standard positioning when applying a plaster cast?
What is the standard positioning when applying a plaster cast?
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Why is it important to avoid excessive wrist flexion when applying a plaster cast to the elbow and arm?
Why is it important to avoid excessive wrist flexion when applying a plaster cast to the elbow and arm?
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What is "molding" in the context of plaster casting?
What is "molding" in the context of plaster casting?
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What is a potential complication of excessive valgus molding during the application of a cylinder cast?
What is a potential complication of excessive valgus molding during the application of a cylinder cast?
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What is the advantage using a sugar-tong splint?
What is the advantage using a sugar-tong splint?
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What are potential complications of wearing a plaster cast?
What are potential complications of wearing a plaster cast?
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How should the coaptation splint be secured?
How should the coaptation splint be secured?
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What is a crucial detail to consider when applying a thumb spica cast?
What is a crucial detail to consider when applying a thumb spica cast?
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Study Notes
Plaster Cast
- Uneven plaster thickness in a cast is a sign of poor craftsmanship.
- A poorly made cast shows "onion skinning" and a fuzzy appearance.
Long Leg Cast
- Medial and lateral slabs should be placed slightly posterior on the leg.
- This prevents the slabs from joining at the anterior aspect.
- Prepare the plaster using standard wetting and laminating techniques.
Double Spica Cast
- This cast is used for concomitant pelvic or hip injuries.
1 1/2 Spica Cast
- This cast is used for proximal or mid-diaphyseal femoral fractures.
- This cast is used for older children.
Single Leg Spica Cast
- This cast is used for distal femoral fractures.
Plaster Cast
- When applying a plaster cast, ensure to laminate (smooth plaster into any remaining air pockets) as you roll each layer.
- The patient should be supine (laying on their back) with their hand on their forehead and elbow flexed at 90 degrees.
- When applying a plaster roll to the elbow and arm, do not mold the splint in a way that flexes the wrist past 10-15 degrees to avoid acute carpal tunnel syndrome.
- A sugar-tong splint is used to allow for freedom of the thenar eminence around the thumb.
- Before measuring for a sugar-tong splint, it may be beneficial to perform a hematoma block to allow the block to become effective while the splint is being measured.
Thumb Spica Cast
- A thumb spica cast is used to treat scaphoid fractures (nonacute).
- When applying a thumb spica cast, ensure the plaster does not extend beyond the palmar crease.
Coaptation Splint
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The splint should go above the arm onto the shoulder
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When applying the splint instruct the patient to turn their head to the opposite side preventing the neck from pushing down the splint
Cylinder Cast
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Wrap the extremity in cast padding
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Excessive hip flexion and valgus molding can cause femoral and peroneal nerve palsy respectively
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Skin breakdown and decubitus ulcers can occur
Arm Sling/Arm Sling and Swath
- The arm sling is used for a variety of medical conditions
- Applying a splint:
- Start at the axilla or at the appropriate starting point based on the fracture site
- Secure the splint with cast padding at the middle arm
- Loop the splint around the elbow
- Position the midpoint of the cast padding roll directly over the elbow flexion crease to minimize skin pressure
- An assistant should help the patient maintain this position during application to prevent bunching or creasing of the casting material
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This quiz covers various orthopedic casting techniques, including the preparation and application of different types of casts such as long leg, double spica, and single leg spica casts. Understand the signs of poorly made casts and the specific uses for each type in injury management.
