While a client is in bed on traction for a fractured femur countertraction is applied. Countertraction forces are provided by:
a. lowering the foot of the bed
b. placing pillows under the client's buttocks to maintain the correct position
c. the client's weight or other weights
d. asking the client to hold onto the trapeze to maintain his position
C
The principle of traction is to have two forces pulling in opposite directions. Traction consists of weights and counterweights. Countertraction forces are provided by the weight of the client's body or other weight such as elevating the foot of the bed.
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