The nurse is assisting with application of a synthetic cast on a child with a fractured humerus. What are the advantages of a synthetic cast over a plaster of Paris cast? (Select all that apply.)
a. Less bulky
b. Drying time is faster
c. Molds readily to body part
d. Permits regular clothing to be worn
e. Can be cleaned with small amount of soap and water
ANS: A, B, D, E
The advantages of synthetic casts over plaster of Paris casts are that they are less bulky, dry faster, permit regular clothes to be worn, and can be cleaned. Plaster of Paris casts mold readily to a body part, but synthetic casts do not mold easily to body parts.
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