Splinting And Casting

Question 1

Best way to reassure pts that the cast saw will not hurt

Answer 1

Apply cast saw to the arc eminence on yourself

Question 2

M/c complication of cast removal

Answer 2

Burning from the cast saw

Question 3

Position of function for the wrist

Answer 3

Coke can

Question 4

What kind of splint for anatomic snuff box issue?

Answer 4

Thumb spica

Question 5

Which complication can be avoided by using the palms of the hands to manipulate casting material

Answer 5

Pressure sores

Question 6

What is the position for a short arm ulnar gutter splint

Answer 6

Forearm in neutral position with wrist 20 degrees extension, 50 degrees flexion at MP joints

Question 7

Earliest that a cast can be safely applied to long bone?

Answer 7

5 days

Question 8

Which kind of injury has an increased risk of compartment syndrome?

Answer 8

Crush injury

Question 9

What should be assessed and documented after the splint has been applied

Answer 9

range of motion, neurovascular in tact, rough areas on edge of splint, whether pt can feel areas of pressure on bone within splint

Question 10

What is the advantage of plaster over fiberglass?

Answer 10

Easier to mold