As an orthopedic nurse you know that there are several immobility-related complications that a patient can acquire when they are placed in traction. What complications might a patient in traction acquire?
A) Anorexia
B) Thromboemboli
C) Urinary stasis
D) Diarrhea
E) Lactose intolerance
Ans: C
Feedback: Immobility-related complications may include pressure ulcers, atelectasis, pneumonia, constipation, loss of appetite, urinary stasis, urinary tract infections, and venous thromboemboli formation.
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