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What is the primary purpose of petalling or windowing in cast care?
What is the primary purpose of petalling or windowing in cast care?
- To assess pulse and prevent 'cast syndrome'
- To resolve skin irritation caused by rough edges of the cast (correct)
- To relieve pain associated with underlying conditions
- To facilitate movement of immobilized joints
What is the recommended position of the affected limb in suspected cases of Acute Compartment Syndrome?
What is the recommended position of the affected limb in suspected cases of Acute Compartment Syndrome?
- At the level of the heart (correct)
- In a flexed position
- Elevated above the level of the heart
- Dependent to the level of the floor
What is the primary cause of unrelieved pain or pain out of proportion following cast application?
What is the primary cause of unrelieved pain or pain out of proportion following cast application?
- Pain associated with underlying condition
- Complications such as Acute Compartment Syndrome (correct)
- Pain due to edema
- Immobilization of joints
What is the purpose of bi-valving in Acute Compartment Syndrome management?
What is the purpose of bi-valving in Acute Compartment Syndrome management?
What is the complication that can occur when increased pressure within a confined space compromises blood flow and tissue perfusion?
What is the complication that can occur when increased pressure within a confined space compromises blood flow and tissue perfusion?
What is the purpose of observing for signs of systemic infection in cast care?
What is the purpose of observing for signs of systemic infection in cast care?
What is the common cause of Acute Compartment Syndrome?
What is the common cause of Acute Compartment Syndrome?
Why is elevation of the affected limb not recommended in suspected cases of Acute Compartment Syndrome?
Why is elevation of the affected limb not recommended in suspected cases of Acute Compartment Syndrome?
What is the purpose of facilitating movement of joints that are not immobilized in cast care?
What is the purpose of facilitating movement of joints that are not immobilized in cast care?
What is the sign of systemic infection that can be observed in cast care?
What is the sign of systemic infection that can be observed in cast care?
