When Are Serial Casts Indicated

question 17

Multiple Choice

When are serial casts indicated?

• A)With a patient who is responding to facilitated stretching
• B)With a patient who demonstrates close to normal range of motion
• C)With a patient who is very agitated and cannot tolerate stretching
• D)With a patient who is at risk for development of contractures

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Definitions:

Dolostone

A rock composed mostly of the mineral dolomite.

Limestone

A sedimentary rock composed mainly of calcium carbonate, often formed from the shells of marine life.

Carbonate Rocks

Sedimentary rocks composed primarily of carbonate minerals, such as limestone and dolomite, often formed from the accumulation of marine organisms' shells.

Wet Environments

Areas characterized by high moisture levels, which can significantly influence local ecosystems and geology.