Bandages And Blisters

Question 1

Bandages: what are they

Answer 1

→ bandages 8 blisters exist in many forms ( elastic vs firm, narrow vs wide)

Question 2

Uses and benefits

Answer 2

→ supports limb/joint or wound
→ holds dressings/ splints/cold or warm pack
→ immobilizing joint
→ maintains limb
→ provides compression to promote venous return, prevent edema
→ shape stump before prothesis

Question 3

Figure eight: applications & ses

Answer 3

→ overlapping application, ascending & descending wrapping
→ stabilizes joint, maintains immobilization

Question 4

Spiral: app. & uses

Answer 4

Ascending path, covering previous wrapping while moving up
→ venous return, holds dressing in place