The nurse is preparing to help with removal of a long arm plaster cast.What information should the nurse include in patient preparation for plaster cast removal?

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The nurse instructs the patient to use a cool enzyme wash to facilitate dead cell removal as long as the skin is intact because the skin under a cast becomes dry and flaky.The patient is advised to resume full range of motion gradually to prevent discomfort and patient injury.A nail brush is too rough to use on scaly,dry skin and could cause discomfort.The saw causes no discomfort,although a burning sensation can occur with the removal of a synthetic cast.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Help with Removal of a Long