ATI Custom PN Basic Care and Comfort assessment
ATI Custom PN Basic Care and Comfort assessment ( 50 Questions)
A client returns to the surgical unit from the PACU in skeletal traction. The nurse should take action to correct which of the following problems with the traction setup?
The ropes are in the center of the wheel grooves.Having the ropes in the center of the wheel grooves is appropriate and ensures proper alignment within the pulley system. This is not a problem that needs correction.
The weights rest against the foot of the bed.This is the correct choice for correction. Allowing the weights to rest against the foot of the bed can alter the amount of force applied to the skeletal structures and compromise the effectiveness of the traction. The weights should hang freely and move within the pulley system.
The weights are equal on each side.
Having equal weights on each side is generally appropriate and helps maintain proper balance in the traction system. This is not a problem that needs correction.
The ropes attach securely to the pin.Secure attachment of the ropes to the pin is essential for maintaining proper traction. This is not a problem that needs correction if the attachment is secure.
A. The ropes are in the center of the wheel grooves.
Having the ropes in the center of the wheel grooves is appropriate and ensures proper alignment within the pulley system. This is not a problem that needs correction.
B. The weights rest against the foot of the bed.
This is the correct choice for correction. Allowing the weights to rest against the foot of the bed can alter the amount of force applied to the skeletal structures and compromise the effectiveness of the traction. The weights should hang freely and move within the pulley system.
C. The weights are equal on each side.
Having equal weights on each side is generally appropriate and helps maintain proper balance in the traction system. This is not a problem that needs correction.
D. The ropes attach securely to the pin.
Secure attachment of the ropes to the pin is essential for maintaining proper traction. This is not a problem that needs correction if the attachment is secure.