While Caring for a Client with a Newly Placed Plaster

question 24

Multiple Choice

While caring for a client with a newly placed plaster leg cast, a nurse should do which of the following?

• A) Assess the toes for capillary refill.
• B) Elevate the casted limb on pillows.
• C) Handle the cast with the palms of the hand.
• D) Lift the cast by gripping the ankle.
• E) Teach the patient to use a nail file to scratch under the cast.

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