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What should a nurse inspect and maintain when caring for a patient under traction?
What should a nurse inspect and maintain when caring for a patient under traction?
- Pulleys and knots (correct)
- Gauze dressings
- Skin color
- Temperature of the room
Which intervention is important in preventing skin breakdown in a patient receiving skin traction?
Which intervention is important in preventing skin breakdown in a patient receiving skin traction?
- Limiting fluid intake
- Restricting vitamin intake
- Avoiding range of motion exercises
- Encouraging protein-rich diet (correct)
What is a common complication associated with impaired physical mobility?
What is a common complication associated with impaired physical mobility?
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) (correct)
- Respiratory distress
- Skin breakdown
- Hypovolemic shock
Which immediate complication can occur in a patient under traction?
Which immediate complication can occur in a patient under traction?
What is a risk factor for impaired skin integrity in patients under traction?
What is a risk factor for impaired skin integrity in patients under traction?
Why should a nurse encourage adequate fluid intake in a patient under traction?
Why should a nurse encourage adequate fluid intake in a patient under traction?
What is a likely effect of inadequate skin care on pressure points in a patient receiving traction?
What is a likely effect of inadequate skin care on pressure points in a patient receiving traction?
Which nursing intervention helps address the risk of injury to major vessels in a patient under traction?
Which nursing intervention helps address the risk of injury to major vessels in a patient under traction?
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