Peds lab

Question 1

before applying Kinesiotape to ped pt, what needs to be done?

Answer 1

through assessment of childs skin integrity, sensitivity

taping sensitivity test -test patch

parential and patient education

Question 2

do you need to apply milk of magnesia before applying kinesiotape?

Answer 2

no

Question 3

how does Bickleys first test patch of kinesiotape differ from txtbook?

Answer 3

stays on pt for the length of ONE single tx session and is removed at the end of same txt session to access the skin

Question 4

theratog

Answer 4

orthotics - circumferential

Question 5

kinesio tape made of

Answer 5

100% cotton
elastic properties

Question 6

is kinesio tape for swelling and lymphoeedema

Answer 6

yes

Question 7

is kinesio tape latex free

what pt population is this important for?

Answer 7

yes

*important for SB pts

Question 8

tape is applied to the backing paper with __ available stretch

(paper off tension)

Answer 8

10%

Question 9

the tape can be stretched ___ % from its resting length

what is maximal stretch of tape?

Answer 9

40-60

60%

Question 10

how to adhere tape better to skin?

Answer 10

rubbing b/c tape is medical grade arylic and heat sensitive

Question 11

what does it mean tape is one way stretch type

Answer 11

tape stretches along longitudinal axis only

*allows free movment

Question 12

tape can be similar to athletic tape if tension is greater than

Answer 12

75% of resting length

Question 13

majority of tape application is done with what tension

Answer 13

paper off tension

*this is the tension on the tape as tape is being applied while removing paper backing (10-15% of stretch in tape)

Question 14

testing tape should stay on for how long ?

Answer 14

3-5 days

*dont leave longer
*boook but bickley does one single session

Question 15

are we looking to restrict movement with kinesiotape?

Answer 15

no!
use to encourage movement

*relaxation of Soft tissues, strengthen, reduce pain, swelling

Question 16

kinesio tex tape affects the skin, fascia, muscles, joints, lymphatic, circulatory system t/f

Answer 16

True

Question 17

can you shower with kinesio tape?

Answer 17

yes

Question 18

how to dry the tape?

Answer 18

dab the tape

*DONT BLOW DRY

Question 19

pt presents with skin irritation/sensitivity what do you do?

Answer 19

be sure to remove the tape IMMEDIATELY

Question 20

tape doesnt stick well over?

Answer 20

hair

Question 21

apply tape ___ mins prior to activity that has exposure to heat or sweat

Answer 21

20-30 mins

Question 22

how to peel

Answer 22

1. anchor
2. tail

*pull tail the tape will pull mm back up towards anchor (piece you just placed)

Question 23

test patch placed where

Answer 23

upper back
abdominal

Question 24

circumferential taping do we do?

tape over infected area?

Answer 24

not safe

Question 25

contraindications

Answer 25

open wounds fragile skin poor skin integrity abrasions tape allegies

Question 26

wrinkles to tape can cause

Answer 26

blisters increase pressure *ensure tape is flat!

Question 27

anchor and tails have how much tension

Answer 27

0-5%

Question 28

tension should be placed where?

Answer 28

center piece

Question 29

proximal tape __ distal tape ___

Answer 29

anchor

Question 30

paper off tension is better than moderate/maximal

Answer 30

yes

Question 31

do we apply tension to anchor or end of tape

Answer 31

NEVER

Question 32

why do we use kinesio tape

Answer 32

muscle facilitation optimal mm alignment fasical release improvement of joint position stabilization of a joint improvement of function

Question 33

increased force of the tape can be achieved how

Answer 33

taping mm or joint in SHORTENED position increase tension on tape wider tape tape over tape

Question 34

if able to achieve desired result with _____to ____ assist of your hands, k tape application is used

Answer 34

minimal to moderate

Question 35

if ______ to _____ force is required k tape will NOT be effective or cause skin breakdown

Answer 35

moderate to maximal force

Question 36

remove tape

Answer 36

roll edge then skin roll to take tape off

Question 37

what is pt unsure of skin sensitivity to tape what can we do>

Answer 37

apply test piece to area no tension leave for 24 hrs or if sensitivity noted then REMOVE ASAP

Question 38

for best results apply kinesio text tape to what area

Answer 38

painful area and cause of pain

Question 39

stretch the tape away from anchor (portion with no tension) and the tail (tension) will recoil back to anchor

Question 40

what if theres anchor on both ends

Answer 40

stretch both anchors away from middle tape will recoil back to middle

Question 41

to encourage shortening of mm to facilitate tape how elongation?

Answer 41

origin to insertion insertion to origin

Question 42

stimulus to activate mm stimulaus to relax mm

Answer 42

facilitation inhibition

Question 43

theurapeutic direction

Answer 43

direction of recoil of tape toward anchor

Question 44

what is milk of magnesia

Answer 44

babies with sensitive or fagile skin - skin barrier viscious, white, milky alkaline mixture use as antacid and laxative. buffer medium

Question 45

Pt has tingle, pain ,paresthesia or swelling what do you do

Answer 45

REMOVE

Question 46

reddened areas near taped edges indicate bruising?

Answer 46

skin reaction too much tension

Question 47

gently pull skin away from tape in what direction

Answer 47

direction of hair growth

Question 48

proximal and distal ends of tape should have what level of tension tension place where

Answer 48

0-5% only center

Question 49

how can tension be incresaed with origin to insetion

Answer 49

shorten mm faciliated

Question 50

insertion to origin tape applied with paper off tension with mm in elongated or shortened position

Answer 50

elongated

Question 51

no tension minimal - paper off min to mod mod mod to max max

Answer 51

0-5 10-15 15-25 25-50 50-75 75-100

Question 52

tape loses elasticity in __ days can be worn up to __ days remove tape __ before new tape applied to let skin breathe

Answer 52

3-4 6 night before

Question 53

for ease of removal what can be used for ___ mins before taking tape off

Answer 53

baby / veg oil lotion for 15 mins before takin tape off