When handling a freshly applied plaster cast while assisting a patient from stretcher to bed, the nurse should handle the cast using:
A) fingertips and palms.
B) palms only.
C) fingertips and flat parts of fingers.
D) palms and flat parts of fingers.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

To prevent indentations in the cast that could lead to complications, the cast should be touched only with the palms and the flat parts of the fingers.

When Handling a Freshly Applied Plaster Cast While Assisting a Patient