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 stock-inette.
c. Smooth the stockinette to prevent a pres-sure ulcer.
d. Roll the stockinette tightly above and be-low the margins of the cast.
C
The stockinette is smoothed on the limb before applying the casting material to help reduce the threat of a pressure ulcer.
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