Patient and parent education for the child who has a synthetic cast should include which information?
a. Apply a heating pad to the cast if the child has swelling in the affected extremity.
b. Wrap the outer surface of the cast with an Ace bandage.
c. Split the cast if the child complains of numbness or pain.
d. Cover the cast with plastic and waterproof tape to keep it dry while bathing or showering.
D
Damp skin is more susceptible to breakdown. The cast should be kept clean and dry. To prevent swelling, elevate the extremity and apply bagged ice to the casted area. Wrapping the outer surface with an Ace bandage is not indicated. If the child complains of numbness or pain, he should return immediately to the clinic or emergency department for an evaluation of neurovascular status.
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