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Plaster of Paris Cast - Coggle Diagram
Plaster of Paris Cast
Types
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Short leg casts
From the bottom of the knee to the base of the toes, extend.
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Nursing Management
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Resulting from the application of the cast, provide cast care.
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If necessary, start a pain-relieving procedure.
If compartmentalized syndrome is suspected, provide nurse care. Keep an eye out for signs and symptoms, and talk about and help with remedies.
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Equipment to use
Plaster casts
Conform to the body's contours extremely smoothly. The cast emanates heat at first, then cools for 15 minutes before drying for 24 to 72 hours. It must be handled with care until completely dried.
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Definition
Plaster castings consist of a bandage as well as a solid coating, often plaster of Paris
They keep fractured bones in the limbs in position while they heal, and they typically need to be worn for four to twelve weeks.