A group of nurses whose practice focuses of the care of clients with musculoskeletal injuries is attempting to decide on a research topic that will have impact on the care of their particular clients. The group decides to address the issue of:
1. The use of alternative methods to manage pain on the orthopedic unit.
2. The effectiveness of Buck's traction for the stabilization of closed tibia fractures.
3. The effects of casting versus splinting on the development of compartment syndrome.
4. The relationship between rhabdomyolysis and renal failure.
Use of alternative methods to manage pain on the orthopedic unit.
Rationale: The need for additional research on the use of alternative methods of pain management for musculoskeletal injuries has been identified as a need related to the nursing care of these clients; the topic is also one that directly addresses a nursing responsibility. The remaining topics are all medical in nature and not directly connected to nursing responsibilities.
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