An Appropriate Technique for the Nurse to Implement for a Patient

question 14

Multiple Choice

An appropriate technique for the nurse to implement for a patient who is being placed in traction is to:

• A)apply a traction boot tightly.
• B)drop the weights after the traction is attached.
• C)assess neurovascular status every 1 to 2 hours for the first day.
• D)shave the hair off the area where traction is to be placed.

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Definitions:

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