Bandages

Question 1

adhesive examples (2)

Answer 1

• elastikon

- elastoplast

Question 2

function of tertiary layer

Answer 2

• compression/tension
• protects from contamination
• rigidity

NOT to be used on skin

Question 3

stent bandage

Answer 3

tie over

Question 4

splints for tarsus and tibia

Answer 4

extended lateral

Question 5

plantar splint is needed for…

Answer 5

distal metatarsus and phalanges

Question 6

velpaeu sling is for which limbs?

Answer 6

forelimbs non weight bearing

Question 7

splints for mid metacarpus to distal radius

Answer 7

caudal AND lateral

Question 8

finishing touch on a bandage

Answer 8

adhesive layer WITHOUT tension to keep dirt outq

Question 9

lateral AND plantar splints are needed for…

Answer 9

mid/proximal metatarsus

Question 10

ehmer sling is for which limbs

Answer 10

non weight bearing hindlimbs

Question 11

splints for humerus, ulna, and neck of scapular

Answer 11

caudal

Question 12

abdominal bandages (3)

Answer 12

• tie over/stent
• elastic bandage ($$$ is has to be replaced)
• CM hernia belt

NOT nylon binder

Question 13

splints for mid/proximal radius

Answer 13

EXTENDED lateral

Question 14

extended lateral splints are need for….

Answer 14

• tarsus and tibia

- mid/proximal radius

Question 15

true or false: tertiary layer should NEVER contact skin

Answer 15

true

Question 16

function of secondary layer

Answer 16

• absorbs excess exudate
• thick support/padding
• limits ROM

secured with conforming gauze

Question 17

caudal AND lateral splints are needed for…

Answer 17

splints for mid metacarpus to distal radius

Question 18

temporary immobilization + compression (like prior to fracture repair)

-should be 2-3 times the size of the limb

Answer 18

robert jones bandage

Question 19

primary layer options for dry wounds (4)

Answer 19

• hydrogel
• hydrocolloid
• silicone gel sheet
• film

Question 20

primary layer for exudative wounds

Answer 20

calcium alginate

Question 21

cohesive examples (3)

Answer 21

• **self adhesive
• vet wrap
• coflex
• coban

Question 22

function of robert jones bandage

Answer 22

temporary immobilization + compression (like prior to fracture repair)

-should be 2-3 times the size of the limb

Question 23

option for sweat bandages

Answer 23

• nitrofurazone (carcinogen)
• DMSO
• epsom salt

Question 24

function of standing wrap

Answer 24

• support
• protection
• increases circulation to minimize stocking up

Question 25

what type of bandage requires a releasing incision

Answer 25

carpal bandage; make over accessory carpal bone

Question 26

this abdominal bandage should NOT be used because doesn’t provide enough compression

Answer 26

nylon binder

Question 27

antimicrobial dressings (3)

Answer 27

• polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB)
• silver dressings (good for chronic, pseudamons, staph aurues)
• honey

Question 28

hock bandage

Answer 28

figure 8 bandage WITH plantar strip of elastic adhesive tape

Question 29

splint needed for distal metatarsus and phalanges

Answer 29

plantar surface

Question 30

splints needed for distal metacarpus and phalanges

Answer 30

dorsal

Question 31

what is silicone gel sheet good for?

Answer 31

as primary layer for dry wounds or wounds which are at risk for excess granulation

Question 32

splints for mid/proximal metatarsus

Answer 32

lateral AND plantar

Question 33

dorsal splint is needed for…

Answer 33

distal metacarpus and phalanges

Question 34

what to remember with sweat bandages

Answer 34

must change daily to prevent skin scalding

if making homemade ones with nitrofurazone wear gloves (carcinogen)