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What is the primary purpose of applying lubricated protective padding during taping?
What is the primary purpose of applying lubricated protective padding during taping?
- To clean the skin of oil and perspiration
- To remove hair from the skin surface
- To reduce friction and pressure in certain areas (correct)
- To provide additional support to the muscle
Why should anchor strips be used at the beginning and end of each taping technique?
Why should anchor strips be used at the beginning and end of each taping technique?
- To prevent gaps and ensure a smooth application (correct)
- To apply adherent spray to the skin
- To remove hair from the skin surface
- To provide extra support to the muscle
What is the primary purpose of non-elastic white tape in athletic taping?
What is the primary purpose of non-elastic white tape in athletic taping?
- To stick to the skin without removing hair
- To absorb excessive sweat during exercise
- To conform to the contour of the body
- To provide support and protection to injured areas (correct)
What should be done to prevent wrinkles when applying tape?
What should be done to prevent wrinkles when applying tape?
What is the advantage of elastic tape over non-elastic tape?
What is the advantage of elastic tape over non-elastic tape?
When applying tape to individuals with broken skin, what should be exercised?
When applying tape to individuals with broken skin, what should be exercised?
What should be avoided when applying tape to prevent skin irritations?
What should be avoided when applying tape to prevent skin irritations?
Why should adhesive tape be stored in a cool place?
Why should adhesive tape be stored in a cool place?
What is a suitable substitute for waterproof tape in athletic taping?
What is a suitable substitute for waterproof tape in athletic taping?
What is the purpose of using prewrap when taping?
What is the purpose of using prewrap when taping?
What is the characteristic of cast tape that makes it useful for athletic taping?
What is the characteristic of cast tape that makes it useful for athletic taping?
What is the first step in preparing for athletic taping?
What is the first step in preparing for athletic taping?
What should be applied to the body area before applying tape?
What should be applied to the body area before applying tape?
What should be avoided when applying non-elastic and elastic tape?
What should be avoided when applying non-elastic and elastic tape?
What is the purpose of applying thin foam pads over bony prominences?
What is the purpose of applying thin foam pads over bony prominences?
How should you remove non-elastic and elastic tape?
How should you remove non-elastic and elastic tape?
What is the purpose of using tape removal solvents?
What is the purpose of using tape removal solvents?
When using taping scissors or cutters, what direction should you cut the tape?
When using taping scissors or cutters, what direction should you cut the tape?
What is the purpose of padding bony prominences when applying tape?
What is the purpose of padding bony prominences when applying tape?
How should the last 8-10 inches of tape be applied to the body?
How should the last 8-10 inches of tape be applied to the body?
What is the recommended time to wait after removing the tape from its pouch before applying it?
What is the recommended time to wait after removing the tape from its pouch before applying it?
What is the purpose of applying petroleum jelly or silicone to examination or surgical gloves during cast tape application?
What is the purpose of applying petroleum jelly or silicone to examination or surgical gloves during cast tape application?
What is the purpose of anchors in taping?
What is the purpose of anchors in taping?
Why should tape with zinc oxide adhesive mass be stored in a cool place?
Why should tape with zinc oxide adhesive mass be stored in a cool place?
What is the recommended temperature of water for immersing rigid and semi-rigid tapes?
What is the recommended temperature of water for immersing rigid and semi-rigid tapes?
What is the purpose of support strips and stirrups in taping?
What is the purpose of support strips and stirrups in taping?
How much time is typically allowed to apply, mold shape, or create a circular pattern with the cast tape after immersion in water?
How much time is typically allowed to apply, mold shape, or create a circular pattern with the cast tape after immersion in water?
What is the purpose of using taping scissors during cast tape application?
What is the purpose of using taping scissors during cast tape application?
What should be placed directly on the skin when applying rigid tape?
What should be placed directly on the skin when applying rigid tape?
What should be avoided during cast tape application to lessen irritation?
What should be avoided during cast tape application to lessen irritation?