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Certified Nursing Assistant Exam Prep

Category - Physical Care

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A client asks why a cast can’t get wet. Which of the following responses would be the most appropriate?
  1. A wet cast can cause foul odor.
  2. A wet cast will weaken or be destroyed.
  3. A wet cast is heavy and difficult to maneuver.
  4. It’s all right to get the cast wet, just use a hair dryer to dry it off.
Explanation
Answer: B - A wet cast will weaken or be destroyed. Once the cast is hardened, the casts should be kept dry at all times. A foul odor is a sign of infection.
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