Ortho Cast

What is an ortho cast used for

• for fracture treatment

• for treatment of burns

• for cardiac patients

• all of these

which of these is not a type of cast

• plaster cast

• synthetic cast

• acrylic cast

• cast brace

what is the aim of using orthocast

• to beautify

• to protect from rain

• to immobilize fracture site

• to protect sift tissues

in which of these is plastic used

• plaster cast

• splint

• synthetic cast

• cast brace

The correct order of application starting from skin is :

1. 1. cotton padding

2. 2. gauze dipped in plaster

   1. 3. stockinet

• 1,2,3

• 1,3,2

• 3,1,2

• none of these

which of these dry faster

• plaster cast

• synthetic cast

• both dry equally fast

• none of these

which of the following orthopedic cast is made up of fibreglass

• plaster cast

• synthetic cast

• half cast

• brace cast

identify the type of cast

• plaster cast

• synthetic cast

• brace cast

• half cast

which of these is not required during orthocast application

• adhesive tape

• cotton pads

• stethoscope

• scissors

what is the purpose of padding in placing the orthocast

• to immobilize the bones

• for extra cushioning to bony prominences

• to prevent skin irritation

• to provide support