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Hot spot on the cast
🖤 A hot spot on the cast indicates a localized infection, which could be a sign that the skin underneath the cast is infected.
🖤 Infection under the cast can lead to warmth, redness, and pain at the site. Immediate attention is necessary to prevent further complications like osteomyelitis.
🖤 General edema and pruritus (itching) are common post-cast, but not typically signs of infection.
🖤 Pain at the fracture site is expected as the bone heals, but it should not be associated with local warmth indicating infection.
🖤 Hot spots should be assessed immediately and addressed to avoid the progression of infection.
This question is from ATI PN Pediatric Nursing 2023 (III) which contains 57 questions.
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