The patient has fallen and broken her leg. To keep the leg bones aligned and to reduce muscle spasms, the physician orders the patient to be placed in ____________
Fill in the blanks with correct word
Buck's traction
Buck's traction is the most common type of adult skin traction. It is applied to the legs to provide temporary immobilization of the hip while reducing muscle spasms, contractures, and dislocations.
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In which of the following instances does the nurse recognize that interventions for values clarification are beneficial for the patient?
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Home nursing care has experienced dramatic growth since 1990 . The nurse who works in this setting must function independently within established protocols. Which statement related to nursing care of the child at home is most correct?
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The nurse is analyzing outcomes at the conclusion of a quantitative research study. On which variable is the nurse focusing?
1. Dependent 2. Conceptual 3. Operational 4. Independent Correct Answer: 1