Musculoskeletal

Question 1

How should you handle a plaster cast while it is drying?

Answer 1

Only with the palm of the hand- using the finger tips can cause indentations resulting in certain pressure points on the skin.

Question 2

What intervention can be used to help with swelling during the first 24hrs after cast application?

Answer 2

Ice over the cast- but make sure the cast doesn’t get wet

Question 3

A patient had an open reduction with internal fixation for a fracture. What are they at risk for?

Answer 3

Infection

Question 4

How do you know if I can a patient understands their treatment options?

Answer 4

Have them tell you what they know about their options.

Question 5

What precautionary measure should you have in place when a patient has a fresh post op above the knee amputation?

Answer 5

Have a large tourniquet at the patient’s bedside in case of hemorrhage.