Which is a cause of osteomyelitis? a. Peripheral vascular ...

[mwit1967]

Which is a cause of osteomyelitis?
 
  a. Peripheral vascular disease
  b. External fixation devices
  c. Advanced age
  d. Rheumatoid arthritis

Question 2

Which is an aspect of fiberglass casts that plaster casts do not have?
 
  a. Heavier weight
  b. Thicker in diameter
  c. Deteriorates when wet
  d. More porous

[janeli]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Chronic peripheral vascular disease, trauma to the periosteum, and microorganisms that harbor in a hematoma or soft tissue, are associated with the incidence of osteomyelitis.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The fiberglass cast is lighter and thinner, yet stronger, than a plaster cast and is more porous, providing better ventilation. The outside may get wet without deterioration. X-rays penetrate synthetic materials better than they do plaster to evaluate the healing process. A combination of plaster and synthetic resin on a gauze backing produces a thinner, more waterproof cast that weighs less and is as strong as a plaster cast.

[mwit1967]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[coreycathey]

Gracias!