Skin Traction
Skin Traction ( 48 Questions)
Which of the following fractures would benefit from the use of skin traction?
Skin traction can be used for certain types of fractures, including hairline fractures, to provide temporary stabilization and pain relief.
b. Compound fractures involve broken bones that pierce the skin, which is a contraindication for skin traction.
Stress fractures are overuse injuries and may not require skin traction for management.
Greenstick fractures are incomplete fractures common in children, and their management may not necessitate skin traction.
Skin traction can be used for certain types of fractures, including hairline fractures, to provide temporary stabilization and pain relief.
b. Compound fractures involve broken bones that pierce the skin, which is a contraindication for skin traction.
c. Stress fractures are overuse injuries and may not require skin traction for management.
d. Greenstick fractures are incomplete fractures common in children, and their management may not necessitate skin traction.