You are working with a student nurse to set up traction on a patient with Buck's traction. How often do you need to assess circulation to the affected leg?
A) Within 30 minutes, then every 1 to 2 hours
B) Within 30 minutes, then every 4 hours
C) Within 30 minutes, then every 8 hours
D) Within 30 minutes, then every shift
Ans: A
Feedback: After skin traction is applied, the nurse assesses circulation of the foot or hand within 15 to 30 minutes and then every 1 to 2 hours. Therefore options B, C, and D are incorrect
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