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| Name 4 functions of bandages. |
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Definition
1. Absorption/Debridement
2. Protection
3. Compression
4. Stabilization |
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Term
| Name the 3 layers of a bandage. |
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Definition
1. Contact (Primary)
2. Intermediate (Secondary)
3. Outer (Tertiary) |
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Term
| Bandages are applied from _____ to _____, with _____ digit(s) exposed. |
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Definition
| Distal to Proximal; 3rd & 4th |
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Term
| _____% overlap for bandage application. |
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Definition
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Term
| Bandages should be applied with _____ rotation, except for: |
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Definition
| Internal; CCL repair & patellar luxation Sx |
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Term
| Name 2 general types of wound bandages. |
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Definition
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Term
| Wound bandages: Contact layer functions |
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Definition
| Debridement, Absorb exudate, Deliver medication, Protect granulation tissue |
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Term
| Wound bandages: Adherent contact layer use |
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Definition
| Necrotic tissues, foreign materials, Open wound mgmt, Debridement, First 3-5 days, Dry or wet (saline) gauze |
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Term
| Wound bandages: Non-adherent contact layer use |
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Definition
| Clean wound, Granulation tissue present, Changed every 3-7 days |
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Term
| Wound bandages: Intermediate layer materials |
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Definition
| Cotton roll, Cast padding |
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Term
| Wound bandages: Functions of intermediate layer |
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Definition
| Absorbent, Stabilization, Padding, Holds contact layer |
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Term
| Wound bandages: Outer layer functions |
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Definition
| Stability, Protection, Holds other layers |
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Term
| Wound bandages: Outer layer materials |
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Definition
| Conforming bandage, Elastic bandage (Vetrap, Elastikon) |
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Term
| Wound bandages are changed _____ until _____ |
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Definition
| every 1-2 days; granulation tissue |
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Term
| Adherent wound bandages are applied _____ and removed _____ for _____ debridement. |
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Definition
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Term
| A non-adherent contact layer is used _____ days later, when _____ is present. |
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Definition
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Term
| What type of bandage should be used over a skin graft? |
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Definition
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Term
| Name 3 types of orthopedic bandages. |
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Definition
| Robert Jones, Modified Robert Jones, Splinted/Reinforced Robert Jones |
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Term
| What is the difference in padding between Robert Jones & Modified Robert Jones? |
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Definition
| RJ: >5cm; MRJ: Less padding |
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Term
| What are the preoperative functions of orthopedic bandages? |
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Definition
| emergency stabilization of fractures |
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Term
| What are the postoperative functions of orthopedic bandages? |
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Definition
| Compression, Protect wounds, Extra stabilization, Immobilization distal from stifle/elbow |
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Term
| What is needed for the application of orthopedic bandages? |
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Definition
| Stirrups, Cast padding/cotton padding, Gauze roll, Elastic bandage |
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Term
| Describe the application of an orthopedic bandage. |
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Definition
-Place stirrups
-Place cast/cotton padding from distal to proximal w/ 50% overlap & internal rotation, leaving digits 3 & 4 exposed
-Apply conforming bandage
-Apply elastic bandage |
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Term
| Maintenance of orthopedic bandages: |
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Definition
| o compliance; confinement; keep clean & dry; daily o control/weekly vet control/change |
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Term
| Signs of complications with orthopedic bandages: |
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Definition
| Swollen, cyanotic, cold digits; Smell; Discharge; Pain; Licking bandage |
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Term
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Definition
| More stability; Fiberglass tape/resin impregnated |
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Term
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Definition
| Closed fractures below elbow/knee; Closed reduction possible; Young, fast healing patients |
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Term
| Name 2 types of orthopedic slings |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the functions of a Velpeau sling? |
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Definition
| Prevention of wt bearing on TL; Stabilization of scapular fractures; Shoulder immobilization |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| Functions of Ehmer Sling: |
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Definition
| Stabilization after CrD hip luxation; Internal rotation of the limb; Prevention of wt bearing |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
| Daily controls; Written instructions to o; Periodic changes |
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