Question

The nurse is providing instructions to the client who is being prepared for skeletal traction. Which statement by the client indicates teaching was effective?a) "A belt will go around my pelvis and weights will be attached."b) "The traction can be removed once a day so I can shower."c) "I will wear a boot with weights attached."d) "Metal pins will go through my skin to the bone."

Answer 1

D) "Metal pins will go through my skin to the bone."

Step-by-step explanation:

Skeletal traction is used to stabilize the fractured or broken bone.In skeletal traction, metal rods or pins are used to apply continuous traction directly into the broken or fractured bone. Weights are applied using the system of weights, ropes, and pulleys to use the traction. Casts or splints are used when the traction is discontinued.