The nurse is caring for a client with Russell's traction.

When maintaining correct body alignment for this type of traction what should the nurse remember to do?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu

ID: 137304

Question

The nurse is caring for a client with Russell's traction.  
 
   When maintaining correct body alignment for this type of traction what should the nurse remember to do? 
 
   Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu   
 
 ID: 137304

Accepted Answer

The nurse should ensure the client's hip and knee are immobilized in a flexed position

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The nurse should ensure the client's foam boot's velcro straps are secured tightly

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The nurse will instruct the client to lie in a supine position in order to maintain cervical alignment

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The nurse should ensure a single pully system is used to provide weight to an upper extremity while weight is applied to the upper arm above the elbow

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The nurse is caring for a client with Russell's traction. When maintainin...

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