Equine Leg Bandages Flashcards
external coaptation
to join or attach - bandage
three things included in external coaptation
bandages
splints
casts
several reason for external coaptation
Reduce Dead Space (no hematomas)
Reduce Skin Movement(incision healing)
Prevent Contamination from outside source or discharge
Hold Medication on to wound
Prevent further Trauma to an existing injury
Compress wound to prevent ‘proud flesh’
Prevent Self Mutilation
Immobilize limb or joint
Provide supplemental Support
Protect during Transport
Protect during Work/Performance
Apply Pressure to control hemorrhage
the basis of a good bandage
padding
it is important to apply the bandage ______
evenly
what is done on the bandage as needed
releasing incisions
how often should you inspect banages
daily
Bandage type:
Provide support and protection during exercise and turn out – multiple options
exercise bandages/wraps
Bandage type:
Protection from slips/falls during transport
shipping bandages
shipping bandages should be completed from where to where
carpus/tarsus to hoof
bandage for Open surgical or traumatic hoof wounds
hoof bandages
tape should not be applied to what part of the hoof
coronary band
most common type of bandage
distal limb bandage
five layers of distal limb bandages
wound dressing
layer to hold would dressing
padding
securing
finishing layer
elasticon is what kind of adhesive
elastic adhesive
