Buck extension traction is applied to the right leg of a client who sustained a right hip fracture. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care?
A. Assessing the pin sites at least every 8 hours
B. Removing the traction weights to provide skin care
C. Applying lanolin to the skin of the right leg once per shift
D. Checking the skin integrity of the right leg at least every 8 hours
Answer: D. Checking the skin integrity of the right leg at least every 8 hours
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Calculate the initial flow rate in mL/h and construct a titration table for this order.