A Patient in Russell's Traction with a Pearson Attachment for a Fracture

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient in Russell's traction with a Pearson attachment for a fracture of the tibia complains of intense pain at the fracture site.The nurse assesses a temperature of 102° F and increased swelling at the fracture site.These assessment findings suggest:

• A)osteomyelitis.
• B)fat embolism.
• C)traction misalignment.
• D)nonunion of the fracture.

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