A patient is admitted to the unit in traction for a fractured proximal femur. What is the most appropriate type of traction to apply to a fractured proximal femur?
A) Russell's traction
B) Dunlop's traction
C) Buck's extension traction
D) Cervical head halter
Ans: C
Feedback: Buck's extension is used for fractures of the proximal femur. Dunlop's traction is applied to the upper extremity for supracondylar fractures of the elbow and humerus. Russell's is used for lower leg fractures. Cervical head halters are used to treat back pain.
You might also like to view...
A patient was hospitalized 2 years ago with a resistant bacterial infection. The patient is admitted for an unrelated problem and placed on contact isolation. The parents question the need for this action. Which response by the nurse is best?
A. "It is possible that your child could still contaminate the nursing staff." B. "It's our policy to isolate anyone who has had this infection in the past." C. "This seems distressing for you; would you like me to call the charge nurse?" D. "Your child may be colonized with the bacteria so we isolate until we know."
The 70-year-old woman tells the nurse, "I can go to sleep without a problem, but then I wake up in a couple of hours and can't go back to sleep." What nursing action would help promote rest and sleep in this client?
A) Have the client develop a bedtime ritual of quiet music and a glass of wine. B) Evaluate whether the client perceives sleeplessness to be a serious problem. C) Have the client perform moderate exercises before bedtime. D) Encourage the client to avoid taking pain medication prior to sleep.
An adolescent male expresses concern to the nurse about their enlarged breast tissue. Which response should the nurse provide the client?
A. "This may be due to a hormone imbalance." B. "Are you experiencing any breast pain?" C. "Have you noticed any lumps in the tissue?" D. "This change will resolve on its own."
Nursing students are required to attend at least two community activities related to health and wellness. What resource would best help them identify the type and time of these activities?
1. Online computer services 2. Recreational directors 3. Local newspapers 4. Telephone book