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Orthopedics : Casts and Bandages
Understanding the application and management of casts and bandages is crucial. This section will outline the only the osce points .
**1. Types of Casts:
Plaster of Paris (POP): Commonly used for immobilization. It’s easy to mold and provides excellent support but is heavy and takes time to dry.
Fiberglass: Lighter, stronger, and more water-resistant than POP. It dries quickly but is less moldable.
**2. Types of Bandages:
Elastic Bandages (e.g., Ace Wrap): Used for compression, support, and to hold dressings in place. They allow flexibility and can reduce swelling.
Tubular Bandages: Provide support and compression, often used for joint or soft tissue injuries.
Crepe Bandages: Used for light support and dressing retention, often after minor injuries.
**3. Indications:
Casts: Used primarily for fractures to immobilize the bone and allow for proper healing.
Bandages: Applied for wound care, compression therapy, sprains, or to provide support to injured limbs.
**4. Application Techniques:
Casts: Ensure proper alignment of the fracture before application. Start with padding to protect the skin, followed by the cast material.
Bandages: Apply evenly with appropriate tension. Avoid too much pressure to prevent circulatory issues.
**5. Patient Instructions:
Educate patients on keeping the cast dry and checking for signs of circulation issues, such as numbness, tingling, or discoloration.
Instruct on how to manage swelling and the importance of elevation.
**6. Complications:
Casts: Watch for compartment syndrome, pressure sores, or skin irritation.
Bandages: Be cautious of improper tension leading to inadequate support or circulatory problems.
**7. Removal:
Casts: Remove with a cast saw, being careful not to injure the underlying skin. Explain the process to the patient to alleviate anxiety.
Bandages: Remove gently, particularly if applied over a wound, to avoid disturbing healing tissues
Understanding the application and management of casts and bandages is crucial. This section will outline the only the osce points .
**1. Types of Casts:
Plaster of Paris (POP): Commonly used for immobilization. It’s easy to mold and provides excellent support but is heavy and takes time to dry.
Fiberglass: Lighter, stronger, and more water-resistant than POP. It dries quickly but is less moldable.
**2. Types of Bandages:
Elastic Bandages (e.g., Ace Wrap): Used for compression, support, and to hold dressings in place. They allow flexibility and can reduce swelling.
Tubular Bandages: Provide support and compression, often used for joint or soft tissue injuries.
Crepe Bandages: Used for light support and dressing retention, often after minor injuries.
**3. Indications:
Casts: Used primarily for fractures to immobilize the bone and allow for proper healing.
Bandages: Applied for wound care, compression therapy, sprains, or to provide support to injured limbs.
**4. Application Techniques:
Casts: Ensure proper alignment of the fracture before application. Start with padding to protect the skin, followed by the cast material.
Bandages: Apply evenly with appropriate tension. Avoid too much pressure to prevent circulatory issues.
**5. Patient Instructions:
Educate patients on keeping the cast dry and checking for signs of circulation issues, such as numbness, tingling, or discoloration.
Instruct on how to manage swelling and the importance of elevation.
**6. Complications:
Casts: Watch for compartment syndrome, pressure sores, or skin irritation.
Bandages: Be cautious of improper tension leading to inadequate support or circulatory problems.
**7. Removal:
Casts: Remove with a cast saw, being careful not to injure the underlying skin. Explain the process to the patient to alleviate anxiety.
Bandages: Remove gently, particularly if applied over a wound, to avoid disturbing healing tissues