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What is a common concern related to post-operative hardware?
What is a common concern related to post-operative hardware?
- Vision problems
- Hardware backing out (correct)
- Skin discoloration
- Hair loss
Which intervention is NOT typically recommended for post-operative pain management?
Which intervention is NOT typically recommended for post-operative pain management?
- Opioids
- R.I.C.E
- Physical therapy (correct)
- NSAIDs
What is one of the measures to identify post-operative infection?
What is one of the measures to identify post-operative infection?
- Applying ice packs
- Performing incision and drainage (correct)
- Increasing opioid dosage
- Using neuroimaging
Which medication is commonly used post-operatively for controlling pain without being an opioid?
Which medication is commonly used post-operatively for controlling pain without being an opioid?
What could happen if post-operative hardware loosens?
What could happen if post-operative hardware loosens?
What is a common reason to hear about/from patients after their procedures?
What is a common reason to hear about/from patients after their procedures?
Which of the following materials is impregnated with petrolatum and Bismuth Tribromophenate to inhibit bacterial growth and prevent adhesion to incisions?
Which of the following materials is impregnated with petrolatum and Bismuth Tribromophenate to inhibit bacterial growth and prevent adhesion to incisions?
What is the primary purpose of a posterior splint?
What is the primary purpose of a posterior splint?
Which of the following is NOT a primary indication for the use of a posterior splint?
Which of the following is NOT a primary indication for the use of a posterior splint?
What is the main advantage of using a fiberglass cast over a plaster cast?
What is the main advantage of using a fiberglass cast over a plaster cast?
Which of the following is NOT a common indication for the use of a Controlled Ankle Motion (CAM) boot?
Which of the following is NOT a common indication for the use of a Controlled Ankle Motion (CAM) boot?
What is the primary purpose of a post-operative shoe?
What is the primary purpose of a post-operative shoe?
Which of the following is NOT included in the post-operative admission checklist?
Which of the following is NOT included in the post-operative admission checklist?
Which of the following dressings uses negative pressure to hold incision site flaps together and remove infectious materials from drainage?
Which of the following dressings uses negative pressure to hold incision site flaps together and remove infectious materials from drainage?
What is the primary purpose of a Jones compressive dressing?
What is the primary purpose of a Jones compressive dressing?
Which of the following statements about sugar-tong splints is correct?
Which of the following statements about sugar-tong splints is correct?
