Chapter 10 Flashcards
1
Q
Objectives of Taping?
A
- Compression
- Reduces change of injury
- Providing additional stability
2
Q
Purpose of elastic wraps?
A
Compression and used to secure a dressing/ice pack on wound while not restricting movement.
3
Q
Keys to applying wraps?
A
- Wrap distally to proximally
- Wrap in max muscle contraction
- More turns with moderate tension
- Overlap by at least half to avoid seperation
4
Q
White adhesive tape properties?
A
- Grade of backing
- Quality of adhesive
- Winding tension
5
Q
Taping preparation?
A
- Shave
- Adherent spray
- Heel and lace pads
- Underwrap/prewrap
- Anchor strips
