A nurse is caring for a client who is placed in traction following an accident. The nurse asks the student nurse helping with the care, about the purpose of traction. What is the best response by the student nurse about the purpose of the traction?
A) Provides strength to the body part in traction
B) Reduces potential for skin breakdown
C) Supports the body to reduce pressure on bony prominences
D) Keeps the body part in proper alignment
D
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Traction is used to keep the body part in proper alignment. It does not provide strength to the body part in traction, reduce potential for skin breakdown, or support the body to reduce pressure on bony prominences. A trapeze is used to provide strength to the arms when the client is in bed. A well-made bed reduces potential for skin breakdown. A flotation mattress supports the body to reduce pressure on bony prominences.
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