The nurse needs to reposition a patient with a fractured leg. Which action should the nurse take when moving this patient?
1. making sure the extremity is supported distal to the fracture
2. disconnecting the weights from the balanced traction setup
3. supporting the extremity above and below the fracture
4. supporting the leg directly under the fracture
Correct Answer: 3
Support above and below the fracture site helps prevent displacement of bony fragments and reduces the risk of further nerve damage. Supporting the leg above the fracture site only or directly under the site may cause spasm and pain. If traction were in use, weights would not be removed.
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