What Special Precaution Should a Nurse Implement When Assisting with the Application

question 11

Multiple Choice

What special precaution should a nurse implement when assisting with the application of a short arm plaster cast?

• A) Dampen the skin to make the stockinette adhere.
• B) Tape the arm before applying the stockinette.
• C) Smooth the stockinette to prevent a pressure ulcer.
• D) Roll the stockinette tightly above and below the margins of the cast.

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