Step 3: Cut through padding

Cast Application

Cast Application

How to use this module

Applying the cast (equipment)

Step 1: Evaluation

Step 2: Prepare equipment

Step 3: Prepare patient

Step 4: Stockinette

Step 6: Prepare plaster

Step 7: Apply plaster

Step 8: Mould plaster

Step 9: Radiography

Step 10: Patient instructions

Removing the cast (equipment)

Step 1: Cast saw

Step 2: Cast spreader

Step 3: Cut through padding

Step 4: Skin treatment

Thumb spica cast

Below the knee cast

Cylinder/stovepipe cast

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Step 3: Cut through padding

Use the blunt ended bandage scissors to cut the webril and stockinette.

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