Lab Stuff Flashcards

1
Q

When do you use Coban 2?

A

If ABI is at or above 0.81

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2
Q

When do you use Coban 2 Lite?

A

If ABI is above 0.50 (less compression with lower ABI)

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3
Q

Is Coban 2 a primary dressing?

A

No

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4
Q

Where do you start for Coban 2 and how much do you stretch it?

A

Start at 5th Met Head, DO AT FULL STRETCH

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5
Q

What pressure (how much) do you want for Profore?

A

40mmHg

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6
Q

What is the minimum ABI for Profore

A

0.80

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7
Q

Special directions for Profore layers?

A

Tape 2nd layer and pull 3rd 50%

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8
Q

Do you need lotion for UNNA BOOTS?

A

No, you can use it, but it is not totally necessary

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9
Q

Do you compress w/ unna boots?

A

No, it should feel loose

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10
Q

What happens if shoes are too loose?

A

Shearing/friction

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11
Q

What happens if shoes are too tight?

A

Callus formation

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12
Q

If a pt lacks DF, what might they do to compensate during gait?

A

ER of the hip to avoid DF

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13
Q

Is there a weight limit for the cast?

A

No, but it can be an issue

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14
Q

What’s a disadvantage of rocker bottom shoes?

A

impaired balance

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15
Q

How many shoes and how many inserts does Medicare cover?

A

1 shoe/year and 2-3 inserts/year

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