A child with cerebral palsy (CP)is scheduled for casting of the lower extremities. When instructing the parents about the purpose of the casts, which of the following will the nurse include in the teaching session? Select all that apply.
A)Promote skeletal alignment
B)Maintain stability
C)Improve muscle tone
D)Improve muscle function
E)Control involuntary movements

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A)Serial casting is used to promote skeletal alignment, maintain stability, and control involuntary movements. Serial casting will not improve muscle tone or function.
B)Serial casting is used to promote skeletal alignment, maintain stability, and control involuntary movements. Serial casting will not improve muscle tone or function.
C)Serial casting is used to promote skeletal alignment, maintain stability, and control involuntary movements. Serial casting will not improve muscle tone or function.
D)Serial casting is used to promote skeletal alignment, maintain stability, and control involuntary movements. Serial casting will not improve muscle tone or function.
E)Serial casting is used to promote skeletal alignment, maintain stability, and control involuntary movements. Serial casting will not improve muscle tone or function.

A Child with Cerebral Palsy (CP)is Scheduled for Casting of the Lower