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7. Which splint is most appropriate for treating a Boxer's fracture?
A. Thumb spica splint
B. Ulnar gutter splint
C. Volar wrist splint
D. Sugar-tong splint

8. What is the recommended padding thickness when applying a cast?
A. Two to three layers
B One layer.
C. Five to six layers
D. No padding is needed

9. What is the primary reason for using a bivalved cast?
A. To increase comfort for the patient
B. To allow for swelling and potential reduction of pressure
C. To reduce the cost of materials
D. To make removal easier for the provider

10. When removing a cast, what is the safest way to prevent injury to the patient’s skin?
A. Cutting through the padding first
B. Using a scalpel for precise cutting
C. Applying minimal pressure and avoiding prolonged contact with the cast saw
D. Using scissors to remove the cast material

11. A patient presents with a distal fibula fracture. Which type of splint is most appropriate for
initial immobilization?
A. Sugar-tong splint
B. Posterior short leg splint
C. Volar wrist splint
D. Ulnar gutter splint

12. Which specialty cast is most commonly used for treating congenital clubfoot?
A. Short leg walking cast
B. Hip spica cast
C. Ponseti cast
D. Cylinder cast

13. When modifying a cast due to pressure sores, what should be done first?
A. Reinforce the cast with extra padding
B. Completely remove and replace the cast
C. Window or trim the affected area while maintaining stability
D. Ignore unless the patient complains of severe pain