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14. Which type of durable medical equipment (DME) is used for an Achilles tendon rupture?
A. Knee-ankle-foot orthosis (KAFO)
B. Cam boot with heel lift
C. TLSO brace
D. Ulnar gutter splint

15. What is the primary patient education instruction after a cast is applied?
A. Keep the cast dry and avoid inserting objects inside
B. Remove the cast at home if discomfort occurs
C. Apply lotions and powders to prevent itching
D. Keep the limb elevated for only 10 minutes per day

16. What is the primary indication for applying a hip spica cast?
A. Proximal humerus fractures
B. Patellar dislocations
C. Distal radius fractures
D. Femoral shaft fractures

17. When applying a splint for an acute ankle sprain, what is the most important factor to
consider?
A. Complete immobilization of the foot and ankle
B. Using minimal padding
C. Allowing room for swelling
D. Keeping the foot in full dorsiflexion

18. Which of the following is the best way to prevent pressure sores in a long-leg cast?
A. Using excessive padding inside the cast
B. Ensuring proper molding around bony prominences
C. Keeping the cast in a wet environment
D. Applying external heat to the cast

19. What is the first step in removing a fiberglass cast?
A. Cutting completely through the cast material in one motion
B. Soaking the cast in water before cutting
C. Breaking the cast apart with force
D. Using a cast saw and cutting along both sides

20. Which of the following is considered a complication of prolonged casting?
A. Increased joint mobility
B. Skin maceration and muscle atrophy
C. Strengthened muscle mass
D. Improved circulation