Skin Traction

Skin Traction ( 48 Questions)

What is the primary indication for using skin traction in nursing practice?



Correct Answer: C

The primary indication for skin traction is to provide short-term stabilization and pain relief for a fractured bone. It is a non-invasive method used to align and stabilize fractures before definitive treatment, such as casting or surgery.

 a.  Skin traction is not used to treat chronic orthopedic conditions; it is primarily used for acute fractures. 

b. Skin traction is not typically used to immobilize a fractured bone during surgery; other surgical interventions are used for that purpose. 

d. Skin traction does not replace the need for surgical interventions for joint dislocations; it is specifically used for fractures.




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