The nurse caring for a child with Osgood-Schlatter disease should evaluate the child's:
a. knowledge of activity restrictions.
b. understanding of traction.
c. acceptance of life-long limitations.
d. knowledge of skin care.
A
The major component of treatment for Osgood-Schlatter disease is activity restriction for 6 weeks or more. Traction is not used for Osgood-Schlatter disease. This is a self-limiting disorder, not a life-long disorder. The problem usually disappears once growth stops. Although activity is restricted, the degree of restriction should not result in skin care problems.
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