What are the nurses responsibilities when a cast is applied for the patient?
SKILLS – ASSESSMENT OF A LIMB IN A CASTDigital Edition: SKILLS – ASSESSMENT OF A LIMB IN A CAST 05 August, 2003 Show
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Register Already have an account, to sign in This is an NCLEX cast care review question. This question provides a scenario about a patient with a cast, and you must decide which action performed by the patient’s significant other requires you to re-educate the patient and family about cast care. This question is one of the many questions we will be practicing in our new series called “Weekly NCLEX Question”. So, every week be sure to tune into our YouTube Channel for the NCLEX Question of the Week. More NCLEX Weekly Practice Questions. NCLEX Cast Care LectureNCLEX Cast Care Review QuestionYour patient is 2 hours post-op from a cast placement on the right leg. The patient has family in the room. Which action by the significant other requires you to re-educate the patient and family about cast care? A. Checking the color and temperature of the right foot. B. Elevating the cast above heart level with pillows. C. Gently using the fingertips of the hands to move the cast every 2 hours to help with drying. D. Using a hair dryer on the cool setting to help with drying and itching. ELIMINATED! This can be done to help the cast dry faster and help with itching. The hair dryer should never be on a warm or hot setting due to the risk of burns. Cast care will help the cast dry and harden correctly, and then protect it until it comes off. Your cast may need up to 48 hours to dry and harden completely. Even after your cast hardens, it can be damaged. How do I care for my cast while it hardens?
How do I care for my cast after it hardens?
When should I seek immediate care?
When should I contact my healthcare provider?
Care AgreementYou have the right to help plan your care. Learn about your health condition and how it may be treated. Discuss treatment options with your healthcare providers to decide what care you want to receive. You always have the right to refuse treatment. The above information is an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatments. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before following any medical regimen to see if it is safe and effective for you.© Copyright Merative 2022 Information is for End User's use only and may not be sold, redistributed or otherwise used for commercial purposes. Further informationAlways consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances. What is the most important care for a client with a cast?Keep your splint or cast dry.
Moisture weakens plaster, and damp padding next to the skin can cause irritation. Use two layers of plastic or purchase waterproof shields to keep your splint or cast dry while you shower or bathe. Even if the cast is covered, do not submerge it or hold it under running water.
What are the steps for applying a cast?To put on the cast, the health care provider:. wraps a liner of soft material around the injured area (for a waterproof cast, a different liner is used). wets the cast material with water.. wraps the cast material around the first layer.. waits until the outer layer dries to a hard, protective covering.. What should you check after cast application?The primary concern following new cast application is to prevent complications. Circulation should be checked hourly during the first 24 to 48 hours, then every 4 hours. (1) Check the skin temperature of the injured extremity. It should not be colder than the unaffected limb.
What are you assessing a client for when wearing a cast?The nurse will perform frequent neurovascular assessment and check for pain; pulselessness; pallor, or paleness; paresthesia, or numbness; and paralysis. The skin under the cast itches, so remind your clients to avoid putting objects into the cast.
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