Ralph is an inpatient on the intensive care unit. He was admitted overnight with a diagnosis of acute right cerebrovascular accident (CVA) with left hemiplegia. What kind of splint does Ralph's doctor order for him?
A)Dorsal anti-spasticity ball splint
B)Volar resting pan splint
C)Volar thumb spica splint
D)Dorsal wrist cock-up splint

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Ralph's doctor orders a volar resting pan splint. A volar resting pan splint supports the hand, fingers, and wrist in a resting position. This prevents edema and contracture after the onset of a new secondary condition, such as hemiplegia.

Ralph Is an Inpatient on the Intensive Care Unit