Bandages, Splints, and Casts Flashcards

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What are the functions of bandages?

A
Promote healing
protect wounds
absorption
eliminate dead space
apply or relieve pressure
modulate pain
stabilize
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Describe the primary layer

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Directly in contact with the wound

Should be sterile

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What are the functions of the secondary layer of bandage?

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Absorbs and holds drainage from wound
Provide support or immobilization 
Decrease dead space
Reduce edema
Control hemorrhage
Holds primary dressing in place
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What are some materials used for the secondary dressing?

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Rolled cotton
Cast padding
Gauze pads
Rolled gauze

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What should be left exposed when applying the secondary bandage layer?

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Leave 3-4 digits exposed

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What direction should secondary bandages be applied?

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Distal to proximal

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What is the function of the tertiary layer?

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Protection

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What are the materials used for the tertiary layer?

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Elasticon

Vet wrap

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9
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What are some methods of anchoring the bandage?

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Stirrups
Tape overlay
Torso strap
Tie over bandage
Patch bandage
Fur incorporation
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Describe the stirrup bandage

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Used to anchor limb bandages

2 strips of adhesive tape on healthy skin

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Describe the tape overlay bandage

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Used for torso and abdominal bandages

Wide circumferential strip

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Describe the torso strap bandage

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figure 8 bandage material around forelimbs

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Describe the tie over bandage

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used in areas where circumferential bandage is difficult
tie loose interrupted sutures around periphery
Cover w/ dressing
umbilical tape holds in place

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Describe a patch bandage

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Used to protect incision lines post-op

Areas that cannot place circumferential bandage

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Describe a fur incorporation bandage

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Used for tail bandages

Incorporate fur on the last taped layer

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16
Q

What are some things to look for on a patient with a bandage?

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Pain/discomfort
Swollen/cold digits
Foul odor
Drainage/discharge
Mutilation
Fever
17
Q

T/F: Modified robert-jones bandage provides little support and compression

18
Q

What is the difference of the modified robert-jones and the reinforced modified robert-jones?

A

Reinforced uses aluminum rods or plastic splints

19
Q

What splint provides temporary support for fractures or luxations proximal to or including the elbow or stifle?

A

Spica splint

20
Q

T/F: Sica splint provides immobilization of upper extremities

21
Q

What sling creates a non-weight bearing forelimb and is commonly used for immobilization after reduction of shoulder luxation?

A

Valpeau Sling

22
Q

What position are the carpus and elbow in with a valpeau sling?

A

Moderate flexion

23
Q

What sling creates a non-weight bearing hind limb and provides femoral abduction?

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Ehmers sling

24
Q

When is an Ehmers sling indicated?

A

After reduction of cranial dorsal hip luxation

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Where should tape be placed for an Ehmers sling to minimize sliding?
Proximal to the hock
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What is the name of the pelvic limb sling?
Robinson sling
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When is a robinson sling indicated?
Tibial or femoral fracture repair | Post-op coxofemoral or stifle surgery
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WHat is the anchor for the Robinson sling?
2-4 inch belly band
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When is a full leg cast contraindicated?
Wounds Significant inflammation Femur/humerus
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What is the max amount of layers that can be used for cast padding?
2 layers
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What type of cast allows reuse of casting material and is indicated when there is anticipation of frequent cast changes?
Bivalved cast
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What type of cast is used for fractures at or below the carpus?
Metacarpal/metatarsal splints