Patient and parent education for the child who has a synthetic cast should include which of the following?
A) Applying a heating pad to the cast if the child has swelling in the affected extremity
B) Wrapping the outer surface of the cast with an Ace bandage
C) Splitting the cast if the child complains of numbness or pain
D) Covering the cast with plastic and waterproof tape to keep it dry while bathing or showering

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Damp skin is more susceptible to breakdown.Cast should be kept clean and dry.To prevent swelling,elevate the extremity and apply bagged ice to the casted area.Wrapping the outer surface with an Ace bandage is not indicated.If the child complains of numbness or pain,the child should return immediately to the clinic or emergency department for an evaluation of neurovascular status.

Patient and Parent Education for the Child Who Has a Synthetic