a child is brought to the emergency department, and diagnostic x-rays of the child reveal that a fracture is present. the mother states that the child was rollerblading and attempted to break a fall with an outstretched arm. a plaster of paris cast is applied to the arm. which instructions should the nurse provide the mother? select all that apply.

A plaster of Paris cast is applied to the arm of the child, the nurse provided some basic instruction to the mother to maintain the cast on the arm of a child.

What is Paris cast?

White powdery slightly hydrated calcium sulfate CaSO4·¹/₂H2O or 2CaSO4·H2O that is made by calcining gypsum forms a quick-setting paste with water and is used in medicine chiefly in casts and for surgical bandages.

Compared to synthetic cast material, the plaster of Paris is heavier. It is less expensive than a synthetic cast and quickly molds to the extremities. Normally, it takes 24 hours for the cast to dry, although the length of time may vary depending on the size of the cast. When wet, the plaster of Paris loses its water resistance and starts to crumble. On the first day, while the cast is molding to the arm, it should be raised on a cushion to reduce swelling. The child's fingers must move freely during the casting process since the extremity keeps swelling. The youngster has enough mobility if they can move their fingers.

Hence, the nurse has provided four instructions to the mother:

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