An Adolescent with a Fractured Femur Is in Russell's Traction

question 30

Multiple Choice

An adolescent with a fractured femur is in Russell's traction. Surgical intervention to correct the fracture is scheduled for the morning. Nursing actions should include which action?

• A) Maintaining continuous traction until 1 hour before the scheduled surgery
• B) Maintaining continuous traction and checking position of traction frequently
• C) Releasing traction every hour to perform skin care
• D) Releasing traction once every 8 hours to check circulation

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