A patient with a spinal cord injury (SCI) is placed in traction. Which action should the nurse include when caring for this patient? Select all that apply.
A. Applying the traction upon admission
B. Administering pain medication
C. Assessing the patient's skin integrity
D. Modifying the traction weights as needed
E. Providing passive range of motion
Answer: E
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