Broward General Medical Center hosts a specialized PPT Splinting Workshop designed for clinicians who want to refine casting, bracing, and splinting workflows using structured PowerPoint-based training. This program emphasizes safety, precision, and efficient documentation for upper and lower extremity cases across emergency, urgent, and inpatient settings.
Participants engage with scenario-driven decks, templated slide libraries, and real-time simulation to translate guidelines into consistent, high-quality splinting practice at the point of care.
| Workshop Component | Key Content | Expected Outcome | Target Audience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slide Library Overview | Modular templates for indications, imaging pearls, and decision rules | Faster case setup and standardized documentation | Residents, fellows, nurses, and technicians |
| Anatomic and Injury Focus | Colles, Barton, scaphoid, Lisfranc, and wrist/forearm instability patterns | Improved recognition and appropriate splint selection | Emergency providers and ortho trainees |
| Materials and Application | Thermoplastic vs plaster, padding, tension control, strap placement | Fewer complications like pressure injury and neurovascular compromise | All procedural clinicians |
| Documentation & Coding | CPT codes, medical necessity, consent, and medicolegal checkpoints | Accurate billing and compliance with facility policies | Clinical staff and billing partners |
| Simulation Stations | Hands-on fabrication with instructor feedback | Competency in technique and troubleshooting | Interdisciplinary teams |
PowerPoint-Driven Clinical Learning Objectives
Structured Slide Decks for Splinting Decisions
The workshop organizes complex orthopedic pathways into slide-driven algorithms that align with Broward General Medical Center protocols. Each module outlines when to obtain imaging, how to position the limb, and which splint type optimizes stability while preserving function.
Rapid Feedback Loops with Embedded Assessment
Interactive questions and polling embedded in the PowerPoint sessions enable immediate correction of misconceptions. Facilitators adjust pacing based on real-time responses, ensuring that learners can accurately transfer concepts to actual patient encounters.
Anatomic Injury Patterns and Splint Selection
Common Upper and Lower Extremity Diagnoses
Detailed slides review mechanism of injury, classic signs, and red flags for Colles, Barton, Smith fractures, scaphoid injuries, proximal humerus fractures, and Lisfranc disruptions. Visual comparison guides appropriate splint choice and circumferential monitoring strategies.
Materials, Application, and Safety Considerations
Thermoplastic and Plaster Techniques
Learners compare material properties, working time, and molding characteristics through illustrated case examples. Best practices for padding, windowing, and neurovascular checks are emphasized to reduce compartment syndrome risks and pressure injuries.
Documentation, Coding, and Workflow Integration
Compliance and Reimbursement Best Practices
The workshop aligns splinting steps with current CPT and HCPCS coding rules, highlighting elements required for medical necessity and level of service. Templates support concise operative notes, timely orders, and efficient EHR integration within Broward General Medical Center workflows.
Implementation and Continuous Improvement
Ongoing quality metrics, post-workshop audits, and learner feedback loops help refine content, update coding rules, and reinforce best practices across shifts and teams.
- Review facility-specific indications and contraindications with each new slide update.
- Standardize splint materials and documentation templates before simulation drills.
- Schedule refreshers aligned with coding updates and competency assessments.
- Track complication rates, repeat procedures, and patient satisfaction after implementation.
- Leverage performance data to optimize case complexity and session duration.
FAQ
Reader questions
Who should attend the PPT Splinting Workshop at Broward General Medical Center?
Emergency medicine providers, orthopaedic residents, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, radiology technicians, and nurses who regularly perform or supervise splinting procedures.
How are the PowerPoint sessions structured for skill building?
Each module combines didactic slides, short cases, polling questions, and simulation stations that guide participants through decision points and technical execution with expert feedback.
What documentation and coding topics are covered in the workshop?
Participants learn to select correct CPT codes, document medical necessity, and complete consent and safety checklists that meet Broward General Medical Center compliance standards. Yes, the modular deck design allows departments to insert local policies, preferred materials, and institutional logos while preserving the core instructional logic and assessment items.