S2 L12: Bandaging

Question 1

In general bandages are used for:

Answer 1

1. Support or stabilize a segment
2. Restrict motion of a joint
3. Control edema, swelling or joint effusion

Question 2

Most common injury requiring a bandage

Answer 2

Sprain/Strain

Question 3

Bandage Material most frequently used material & applied in acute cases

Answer 3

Muslin (Unbleached Cotton)

Question 4

Type of bandage that is used as a temporary sling to support the weight of a patient’s UE. Commonly given as first aid for UE injury

Answer 4

Triangular Bandage

Question 5

Type of Bandage that’s also used as a sling, but will not support the pt’s UE and the triangular sling.Doesn’t provide as much support as triangular bandage.

Answer 5

Cravat Bandage

Question 6

Type of Bandage made of an elastic or non-elastic material formed in a cylindrical roll that is used to maintain and protect a dressing, to provide pressure, maintain a splint, support a joint, restrict motion or control edema.

Answer 6

Roller Bandage

Question 7

Easiest form of bandaging technique. The bandage is applied in a series of overlapping circular turns around a body part to anchor the bandage initially or terminally.

Answer 7

Circular Bandage

Question 8

The bandage is applied in a series of overlapping diagonal turns around a body part. Covers a larger surface area on injured body part and is less likely to cause occlusion.

Answer 8

Spiral Bandage

Question 9

A series of diagonal turns that do not overlap and have an open space in between each turn. Used in acute cases or emergencies to provide temporary splint on injured body part.

Answer 9

Open Spiral or Oblique Bandage

Question 10

A series of spiral turns (follows spiral bandage pattern), each of which is folded or reversed on itself midway through its turn. For patients with painful swelling.

Answer 10

Spiral Reverse Bandage

Question 11

A series of lengthwise layers applied to the anterior-posterior or dorsal-volar surfaces of a body part. For head injuries to cover injured part

Answer 11

Recurrent Bandage

Question 12

Most common pattern, usually applied on distal joints e.g. the ankle. A series of spiral turns applied in alternate direction to injured foot and ankle, knee, shoulder, hand and wrist, and elbow.

Answer 12

Figure of Eight Bandage

Question 13

Bandaging for Foot and Ankle

Answer 13

4 inch bandage

Question 14

Bandaging for Hand and Wrist

Answer 14

1-2 inch bandage

Question 15

Bandaging for Knee

Answer 15

4 inch for adults and 3 inch for children

Question 16

Bandaging for Elbow

Answer 16

3-4 inches for adults and 2-3 inches for children

Question 17

Bandaging for Hip

Answer 17

6 inches for adults and 4 inches for children

Question 18

Bandaging for Spica

Answer 18

Incorporates a figure of eight pattern